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Factors in Early Growth of Egyptian Infants: Addressing Dual Malnutrition Burden
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Factors in Early Growth of Egyptian Infants: Addressing Dual Malnutrition Burden
This research article investigates the factors associated with early growth in Egyptian infants, with a focus on addressing the dual burden of malnutrition.
Justine A. Kavle, Valerie L. Flax, Ali Abdelmegeid, Farouk Salah, Seham Hafez, Magda Ramzy, Doaa Hamed, Gulsen Saleh, Rae Galloway · 2015
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Abstract
The study follows a longitudinal cohort of infants from birth to 1 year of age in Lower and Upper Egypt, examining growth patterns and factors related to early growth. The findings highlight the importance of addressing both stunting and overweight in infant and young child nutrition programs, particularly in countries undergoing the nutrition transition.
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