District Level Child and Women Nutritional Status in Andhra Pradesh State of India - Food Based Intervention Options for Improvement and Associated Issues

The study evaluates the nutritional status of children and women across districts in Andhra Pradesh, India, using data from NFHS-4 and NFHS-5. Findings indicate variations in stunting, anemia, and obesity, with certain districts facing heightened nutritional challenges. The study calls for coordinated interventions, including fortified and biofortified foods, targeted at improving dietary diversity and monitoring mechanisms to ensure compliance.

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