ASSESSMENT OF NUTRITIONAL STATUS USING ANTHROPOMETRIC INDICES AMONG PRIMARY SCHOOL CHILDREN IN KUNYA COMMUNITY MINJIBIR LG,KANO STATE.
Abstract
ABSTRACT
Malnutrition is a significant public health issue among primary school children, particularly in
developing regions. This study assesses the nutritional status of primary school children in
Kunya Community, Minjibir Local Government, Kano State, using anthropometric indices. A
cross-sectional study design was adopted, with 164 participants aged 6-12 years selected
through simple random sampling. Data were collected using standardized digital weighing
scales, stadiometers, and structured questionnaires. The results indicate that 36.3% of the
children were underweight, 22.3% were overweight, and 17.1% were obese, highlighting the
coexistence of undernutrition and overnutrition. Socio-demographic factors such as parental
education, occupational status, and family type significantly influenced nutritional status. The
study concludes that both undernutrition and overnutrition pose serious health risks.
Recommendations include comprehensive community-based nutrition programs, parental
education, and school-based interventions to improve child health outcomes in the community.
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