Question

School to organise an exhibition on nutritional problems in India, their causes, vulnerable groups and simple preventive measures.

Answer 1

1. Nutritional Problems:
   • Undernutrition
   • Protein Energy Malnutrition (PEM)
   • Anaemia
   • Vitamin and mineral deficiencies
   • Obesity
2. Causes:
   • Lack of balanced diet
   • Poverty and food insecurity
   • Lack of nutrition awareness
   • Poor hygiene and frequent infections
3. Vulnerable Groups:
   • Children
   • Pregnant and lactating women
   • Adolescent girls
   • Elderly people
4. Preventive Measures:
   • Eat a balanced and nutritious diet
   • Maintain hygiene and sanitation
   • Promote breastfeeding and proper feeding practices
   • Spread nutrition awareness