Vol. 2012 No. 1 (2012)

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Nutritional Interventions in Preventing Stunting Among Low-Income Pregnant Women in Kenyan Urban Areas: A Three-Year Evaluation

Njeri Nyambura, African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC) Cherel Chumba, Department of Advanced Studies, Strathmore University Olave Ochieng, African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC)
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18948723
Published: April 1, 2012

Abstract

Stunting among low-income pregnant women in Kenyan urban areas is a significant public health issue. A randomized controlled trial was conducted with participants randomly allocated to receive either standard prenatal care or enhanced nutrition support. Data collection included pre- and post-intervention assessments for stunting prevalence. The intervention group showed a statistically significant reduction in stunting incidence by 25% compared to the control group (p < 0.01). Nutritional interventions, particularly those involving dietary counseling and supplementation, effectively reduce stunting among low-income pregnant women. Public health initiatives should prioritise nutritional support programmes for urban populations to mitigate stunting rates.

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Njeri Nyambura, Cherel Chumba, Olave Ochieng (2012). Nutritional Interventions in Preventing Stunting Among Low-Income Pregnant Women in Kenyan Urban Areas: A Three-Year Evaluation. African Bacteriology Journal (Core Life Science), Vol. 2012 No. 1 (2012). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18948723

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KenyaUrbanizationStuntingMaternal NutritionPublic HealthRandomized Controlled TrialAnthropometry

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