Helping Kids Grow Taller: Combining Health Plans with Disaster Prep
In Indonesia, many young children aren't growing as tall as they should be, especially in areas that face droughts and other environmental challenges. …
Read Morestunting prevention
All content tagged with "stunting prevention"
Can Special Tempeh Help Babies Grow Better Before Birth?
Researchers in Indonesia tested whether adding extra nutrients to tempeh (a soy food) could help pregnant women have healthier, bigger babies. Stunting—when …
Read MoreNew Computer Method Finds Hidden Causes of Child Malnutrition in Pakistan
Researchers in Pakistan tested a new computer-based method to predict and understand why children become malnourished. Using information from nearly 4,100 …
Read MoreWhere Kids Need Nutrition Help Most: A Global Map
Millions of children in poor countries suffer from malnutrition, which can stunt their growth and even cause death. Scientists found that a special food …
Read MoreCommunity Support Helps Moms Fight Child Stunting and Obesity Together
Researchers looked at 36 studies to find the best ways to help mothers prevent both stunting (being too short) and obesity in their children at the same time. …
Read MoreWorking Moms' Wellbeing and Knowledge Key to Preventing Child Stunting
A study of 225 working mothers in Indonesia found that two main factors help prevent stunting (when children don't grow tall enough for their age): how well …
Read MoreSpecial Crackers for Pregnant Moms Didn't Help Babies Grow Better
Researchers in Indonesia tested whether giving pregnant and nursing mothers special crackers made with chicken liver and eggshells would help their babies grow …
Read More