Seasonal food intake and nutrient distribution patterns among rural Rajput children, Rajasthan, India

摘要

An analysis of the diet of poor Rajput children aged 4 to 18 years in Rajasthan, India showed that intake of energy, riboflavin, niacin and vitamin B6 were generally low, while intake of protein, iron, thiamine and total folate showed clear differences across the two seasons. Sex differences did exist in the intake of protein, calcium, vitamin B6 and total folate among older age groups. This study gives limited support to Wheler's (1991 ) generalisation that under conditions of low dietary energy availability, the younger children experience the lowest intake of energy and other nutrients relative to requirements.