Publications by authors named "Babita Kandel"
J Nutr Metab
September 2024
Article Synopsis
- The study aimed to assess dietary intake patterns and nutritional status among 404 women of reproductive age living in slums of Pokhara Metropolitan, utilizing a cross-sectional design from June to December 2019.
- Results showed high daily consumption of starchy foods (99%) and lower daily vegetable intake (56.7%), with BMI classifications indicating that 41.3% were normal weight, 37.6% overweight, and 12.4% underweight.
- Key factors influencing nutritional status included age, occupation, and frequency of food consumption, highlighting their significance for public health interventions in this demographic.
