Dual Burden of Malnutrition in Institutionalized Children: Insights from a Pakistani Orphanage

Key Points

• Malnutrition affects 30% of institutionalized children in the orphanage, indicating a critical health concern.
• The dual burden manifests as both undernutrition and overweight issues among children aged 5 to 12 years.
• Assessment involved comprehensive dietary reviews, health check-ups, and anthropometric measurements.
• Findings underline the need for improved nutritional interventions in orphanages, with long-term benefits for child health.