Comparison of the Prevalence and Trend of Malnutrition between 0 –6 Years and 7–11 Years Old Iranian Children: A Systematic Review and Meta‑Analysis

Conclusions: The cumulative meta‑analysis showed a decrease in the general trend of malnutrition in both preschool and primary school children of Iran. Stunting and wasting were the most common form of malnutrition in Iranian preschool and primary school children, respectively. The decre asing trend of malnutrition was much more noticeable about stunting.
Source: International Journal of Preventive Medicine - Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research