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Complementary feeding and nutritional status of 6-24-month-old children in Acrelândia, Acre State, Western Brazilian Amazon

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Author(s):
Mariana Tarricone Garcia [1] ; Fernanda Serra Granado [2] ; Marly Augusto Cardoso [3]
Total Authors: 3
Affiliation:
[1] Universidade de São Paulo. Programa de Pós-graduação em Nutrição em Saúde Pública - Brasil
[2] Universidade de São Paulo. Programa de Pós-graduação em Nutrição em Saúde Pública - Brasil
[3] Universidade de São Paulo. Faculdade de Saúde Pública - Brasil
Total Affiliations: 3
Document type: Journal article
Source: Cadernos de Saúde Pública; v. 27, n. 2, p. 305-316, 2011-02-00.
Abstract

Our objective was to investigate nutritional status and complementary feeding practices in children from 6 to 24 months of age living in the Western Brazilian Amazon. A cross-sectional study was conducted within an urban area of Acrelândia, Acre State. A total of 164 children were studied. Prevalence rates for stunting and anemia were 12% and 40%, respectively, and overall prevalence of iron deficiency was 85%. Vitamin A and B12 serum levels were below normal thresholds in 15% and 12% of children, respectively. Low intake was observed for the following nutrients (% of children): folic acid (33%), vitamin C (40%), vitamin A (42%), zinc (46%), and iron (71%). Iron bioavailability in the diet was approximately 8%. Very low dietary intakes of fruits, vegetables, and meats were observed, in contrast with excessive consumption of cow's milk and porridge. (AU)