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Nutritional challenges for children in societies in transition
1aXin Hua Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, School of Medicine bShanghai Institute for Pediatric Research cShanghai Key Laboratory of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition, Shanghai, China.
Current Opinion in Clinical Nutrition and Metabolic Care
|February 18, 2014
Summary
Transitional countries face a double burden of malnutrition, with rising childhood obesity and persistent under-nutrition. Targeted policies can address these challenges, but greater efforts are needed to improve child nutrition status.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Nutrition
- Public Health
- Socioeconomic Development
Background:
- Socioeconomic transitions in developing nations present unique child nutrition challenges.
- Rapid industrialization contributes to shifting dietary patterns and lifestyles.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine childhood nutrition and health amidst socioeconomic changes in transitional countries.
- To identify successful interventions and policies for addressing nutritional issues in these regions.
Main Methods:
- This is a review article, synthesizing existing research and data.
- Analysis of public health data and policy documents from transitional countries.
Main Results:
- Transitional countries exhibit a 'double burden of malnutrition,' with both under-nutrition and over-nutrition present.
- Childhood overweight and obesity are increasing due to behavioral changes, leading to noncommunicable chronic diseases.
- Stunting and micronutrient deficiencies persist as significant child health concerns despite overall nutritional improvements.
Conclusions:
- Socioeconomic transitions create complex nutrition-related problems for children.
- Effective interventions can mitigate some nutritional challenges during economic transitions.
- Sustained and enhanced efforts are crucial for improving childhood nutrition in transitional countries.
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