Department of Public Health, University of Puthisastra, Phnom Penh 12211, Cambodia
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Sugar-sweetened Beverages, Low-nutrient Foods and Child Malnutrition in Cambodia
Author(s): Tecora Mirginato*
Child malnutrition remains a pressing public health concern in Cambodia, with significant implications for long-term health outcomes and economic
development. This study investigates the role of Sugar-Sweetened Beverages (SSBs) and low-nutrient foods in contributing to child malnutrition
in Cambodia. Through a comprehensive review of existing literature and analysis of national survey data, this study examines the prevalence
of SSB consumption and consumption of low-nutrient foods among Cambodian children, as well as their association with malnutrition indicators
such as stunting, wasting and underweight. The findings shed light on the detrimental impact of poor dietary choices on child health outcomes
and underscore the importance of targeted interventions and policy measures to promote healthy eating habits and combat child malnutrition in
Cambodia... Read More»
DOI:
10.37421/2736-6189.2024.9.383