The
Women Empowerment Cell raised awareness among the villagers about the Malnutrition
and Anemia in Motherhood in the
villages of Jamburu, Nuggehalli (H), Channarayapatna (T), Hassan
(D)-573131.
With
the assistance of ASHA employees Mrs. Mani J.M., the Women Empowerment Cell of
our college held a programme at Jamburu Village Kindergarten on Tuesday,
December 5, 2023.
Nurse J.D.
Ratna said that in India, anaemia and malnutrition in mothers and children
continue to be the main causes of health loss. Offspring of women who suffer
from anaemia and chronic malnutrition frequently have low birth weight (LBW)
and are at a higher risk of developing cardiometabolic illnesses in adulthood,
as well as insulin resistance, infantile stunting, and wasting. She advised
consuming iron-rich meals as well as greens, vegetables, milk, and legumes.
In
her speech to the villagers, Mr. Kvaitha J.N. a Librarian, she advised that the
infant should only be breastfed until the child is six months old. After that
time, she promised to offer the infant homemade ragisari in place of instant
meals.
Dr.
Nirupama M., Convener, Women Empowerment Cell, advised that it's important to
encourage exclusive breastfeeding and steer clear of consuming too much diary milk.
It becomes essential to step in at the correct time and offer foods suited for
the child's age. Infant anaemia is positively correlated with maternal
illiteracy. The path to a country free of anaemia will be paved by raising
maternal awareness.
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