Nutritional status of tribal primary school children in Meghalaya
Nutritional status of tribal primary school children in Meghalaya
The purpose of this study was to determine and compare the nutritional status of children aged 8-11 years attending primary school among two tribes (Khasi and Garo) of Meghalaya. Anthropometry method was used in the study. Two basic variables (height and weight) and a single derived variable (body mass index‐ BMI) were utilized. All the anthropometric measurements were taken following standard techniques. Twenty four hour recall method was used for dietary assessment. First degree mild malnutrit