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Analysis Study Research Paper | Food & Nutrition | India | Volume 13 Issue 5, May 2024 | Rating: 4.7 / 10
Assessment of Health & Nutritional Status of a Small Group of Pregnant Women of District Hospital Ambikapur, Surguja, Chhattisgarh
Jain Alka
Abstract: Pregnancy is a critical period involving the development of one or more offspring within a woman's uterus. Childbirth typically occurs around 40 weeks from the start of the last menstrual period. this study investigates the dietary habits, & habits of pregnant ladies particularly in the third trimester. using a sample size of ten pregnant women & 24 hours dietary recall method the study found significant variation in nutrition & health outcomes based on the age, socio economic status & rural vs urban living conditions. The research emphasises the need for comprehensive prenatal care, education on proper nutrition to ensure the health & the safety of both mothers & their babies particularly in low income & rural areas.
Keywords: Pregnancy nutrition, prenatal care, maternal health, anaemia, undernutrition, malnutrition, diet related non communicable diseases Socioeconomic status
Edition: Volume 13 Issue 5, May 2024,
Pages: 1700 - 1702