Enhancing Growth Trajectories: The Role of Monthly Nutritional Support and Growth Dynamics in Preschool-aged Children (3-6 years)
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.48165/ahr.2026.11.3.4Keywords:
Paediatrics, Nutrition, Poshan, Anthropometric measuresAbstract
Aim To access the effectiveness of nutrient packed meal box in under nourished children of underprivileged areas.
Objectives To evaluate the efficacy of nutrient meal in under nourished children. To find out the improvement in the state of mind and body of under nourished children.
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