Tag: malnutrition
Malnutrition At Unacceptable Levels, Make Agriculture Nutrition Sensitive: Naidu
Decrying persisting malnutrition in the country at "unacceptable levels", Vice President M. Venkaiah Naidu on Sunday called for making agriculture nutrition-sensitive to address the problem.....
Malnutrition Is Often A Result Of Lack Of Knowledge, Says Modi
Stressing the need for spreading awareness about the balanced diet, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said that malnutrition is often a result of lack of knowledge about food rather than the lack of food itself. ....
Your Addiction To Drugs May Cause Tooth Decay
If you are addicted to drugs, you may be at greater risk of developing tooth decay and periodontal disease than people with no substance use disorders, study has showed.....
Food Fortification, A Potent Way To Fight Hidden Hunger
A worldwide shift to combat hidden hunger needs to be launched by processing food in a way that micronutrient shortages are adequately addressed. Micronutrients can be mixed with staple foods like rice, oil, wheat, or maize flour, as well as condiments like salt, for a very low cost, said experts in a recent webinar. ....
Obesity Emerging As Biggest Killer Of Humankind
For over two decades, obesity has emerged into a bigger health crisis globally and in India, than hunger. ....
1 Million Under-fives In Afghanistan Will Face Severe Malnutrition: UNICEF
UNICEF has predicted that if the current trend continues, one million under-fives in Afghanistan will face severe, acute malnutrition, a life-threatening condition. ....
