Dietary diversity among women of reproductive age: New evidence from an observational study in a slum of Kolkata
Journal Title: International Journal of Medical Science and Public Health - Year 2017, Vol 6, Issue 8
Abstract
Background: Despite significant improvement in the intake of calorie, diet quality continues to remain poor among individuals. Women of reproductive age (WRA) are nutritionally more vulnerable because of pregnancy, lactation, and menstruation requiring nutrient-dense quality food. Food situation is worse in developing countries. Dietary diversity is an indicator of micronutrient adequacy. Objectives: This study was aimed at determining the “proportion of WRA” attaining “minimum dietary diversity (MDD)” and exploring the predictors associated with it. Materials and Methods: An observational, community-based, cross-sectional study was conducted in a slum of Kolkata. A total of 182 women took part in the study who were selected by simple random sampling. Face to face interviews were conducted using structured schedule that included questions on sociodemographic as well as dietary diversity. Body mass index was calculated for each participant. Data were summarized with descriptive statistics and adjusted with binary logistic regression analysis in Statistical Package for Social Sciences (version 16). Results: “Proportion of WRA” attaining “MDD” was found to be 46.2% only. On multivariable logistic regression, it was observed that there was significant association between dietary diversity and small family size (less number of children) adjusted odds ratio (AOR [confidence interval (CI)]): 2.201 (1.046-4.635), upper socioeconomic status AOR (CI): 2.933 (1.473-5.841), higher educational level AOR (CI): 2.835 (1.444-5.567), and occupation other than homemaker AOR (CI): 2.378 (1.138-4.969). Conclusion: Less than half of WRA achieved “MDD.” Based on the findings, information, education, and communication activities are recommended with an emphasis on locally available, low-cost nutritious diet.
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Manika Pal, Bobby Paul, Aparajita Dasgupta
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