The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics

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Mid-Day Meal Programme - A Comprehensive Analysis of Operational Constraints and Impact of Training on the Personnel Involved in Selected Schools


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Children are the nation's biggest investment for development and must be given every opportunity to be mentally alert and physically strong. Yet they are the most neglected segment of the population. Under nutrition is an important factor contributing to the death of young children. Malnutrition and anemia in young children are substantial problems in India. Malnutrition in young children puts them at a higher risk of experiencing health problems such as stunted growth, mental retardation and increased susceptibility to infectious diseases.
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K. B. Dachana
Department of Food Science and Nutrition, University of Mysore, Manasagangotri, Mysore-570 006, India
J. Divya Prakash
Department of Food Science and Nutrition, University of Mysore, Manasagangotri, Mysore-570 006, India
Jamuna Prakash
Department of Food Science and Nutrition, University of Mysore, Manasagangotri, Mysore-570 006, India

Abstract


Children are the nation's biggest investment for development and must be given every opportunity to be mentally alert and physically strong. Yet they are the most neglected segment of the population. Under nutrition is an important factor contributing to the death of young children. Malnutrition and anemia in young children are substantial problems in India. Malnutrition in young children puts them at a higher risk of experiencing health problems such as stunted growth, mental retardation and increased susceptibility to infectious diseases.