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Nutritional Status and Lifestyle of Children in Orphanages and Middle-Class Families in Khulna City, Bangladesh: A Cross-Sectional Study

Safa, T.; Alvi, M. F. A.; Mahazabin, M.

2024-07-10 nutrition
10.1101/2024.07.10.24310074 medRxiv
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The lack of biological parents has a significant effect on a childs growth and overall welfare. This study examines the circumstances of children living in orphanages where one or both parents have passed away, as well as children from middle-class households. The main focus is on their lifestyle, nutritional status, and well-being. We performed a chi-square test and descriptive analysis to establish a correlation. Our research revealed that orphaned children in the orphanage tend to mostly consume carbohydrate-rich foods in their diet. Inadequate access to nourishing food can impede their capacity to sustain optimal physical and mental well-being. Furthermore, the absence of recreational amenities in the orphanage may impede their mental well-being, as they already experience psychological challenges due to the absence of parental affection. Children from middle-class households are often exposed to a significant amount of unhealthy fast food and bakery items. This practice should be discontinued in order to promote a healthier society.

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