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http://www.foodpolitics.com/2012/01/some-thoughts-on-high-rates-of-child-malnutrition-in-india/
Some thoughts on high rates of child malnutrition in India
The New York Times reported a shocking statistic yesterday: about 42% of children under age 5 living in India suffer from malnutrition and are “wasted” (low weight for height).
The figure comes from the Hungama survey of 73,000 Indian households conducted by the Naandi Foundation. It reports an even more troubling statistic: nearly 59% of Indian children under age 5 are “stunted” (low height for age).
The Hangama report holds one hopeful note. Rates of childhood malnutrition in India fell by 20% during the past 7 years.
But have they?
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