Event Dime
Dietary Patterns, Food Quality, and Nutritional Status of School-Aged Children (8–12 Years) in Thulamela Municipality, Limpopo Province, South Africa: Implications for Public Health [version 1; peer review: awaiting peer review]
Family & Kids
- When:
- June 4, 2026 · 3:46 PM
- Source:
- F1000Research
Background Adequate nutrition during childhood is essential for normal physical growth, cognitive development, and long-term health outcomes. In South Africa, both undernutrition and overnutrition continue to coexist despite ongoing interventions, underscoring the importance of understanding children’s dietary practices and nutritional quality. Aim This study aimed to investigate the dietary patterns, food quality, and nutritional status of School-Aged Children (8–12 Years) in Thulamela Municipa