ASSESSMENT OF CHILDREN NUTRITIONAL STATUS IN A GOVERNMENT SCHOOL OF RURAL AREA IN SIALKOT

Abstract

To assess the nutritional status of children in rural 
area of Sialkot. 
Methodology: A cross-sectional, observational and descriptive 
study was conducted in May- June, 2023 on 100 students of 
Government School Gunki, Sialkot.
Result: This study shows that out of 100, 72% students were
underweight (out which 48% Were mildly underweight), 24% 
Students were in normal weight and 4% Students were obese. 
Conclusion: Malnutrition was found in 72% of Children of 
Government School.