Eradication of chronic malnutrition calls for an all-encompassing approach. In this context, throw light on the importance of nutrition-specific and nutrition-sensitive approaches for achieving the goal of Zero Hunger.
Introduction
Malnutrition is the problem wherein all the necessary nutrients are not taken through the diet
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Government vio its Kishan Abhiyaan Kishan Gyan, mid day meal schemes, ICDS program etc is having targeted nutritional approach. This need to be augmented by involving civil society and people's time participation
Conclusion
Importance of nutrition specific nutrition-sensitive approaches: i Overall addressing of nutritional insecurity ii Targeted approach a Universal iodination of salt to address iodine deficiency iii Food fortification based on nutritional needs by adding vitamins artificially in PDS products iv No one size fits all approach that can address grays root problems Ex: Milk and egg for school children, Iron tablets for anaemic women and girl child v Can bring behavioral change Specific approaches can nudge change in behavior regarding diet This need to be augmented by involving civil society and people's time participation
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Diagram showing impacts of chronic malnutrition with three branches: (i) Increased susceptibility to diseases (ii) Hamper cognitive development of young age (iii) Lancet study shows around 68% of under 5 deaths attributed to malnutrition & underweight. Also shows improving WFP Fallouts through all encompassing approach including high nutrient food, promoting breast feeding, increasing awareness about nutrition, and diversification of diet.
CHAKKA SNEHITH
Issues relating to Poverty and Hunger
Poverty and Malnutrition
Chronic Malnutrition and Zero Hunger
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