Adolescence is a transition period from childhood to adulthood and it is the nutritionally vulnerable group. During this period the development of healthy eating habits is of supreme importance. With this concern a comparative study was conducted among 200 adolescent girls (10-12 years), of government schools located at rural and urban areas of Bengaluru district to study dietary habits and nutritional status. Structured questionnaire was used to collect data. Information on dietary habits was elicited using questionnaire. Nutrient intake was computed and compared with RDA( Recommended Dietary Allowance). Anthropometric measurements such as height, weight and mid upper arm circumference (MUAC) was measured, indices were derived. Data was statistically analyzed. The findings indicated, the percent deficit for micro nutrients was more among urban respondents compared to rural. All the anthropometric measurements were significantly more among urban respondents compared to rural. Significant association of was found for energy (r = 0.124*, r = 0.016*), protein (r = 0.047*) and calcium (r = 0.081*) with anthropometric measurements. The poor dietary habits among adolescent girls responsible for insufficient nutrient intake in meeting RDA. This intum hasimpact on nutritional status for which strengthening intervention strategies is most essential.
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