Journal of Current Research in Food Science
2024, Vol. 5, Issue 2, Part A
Knowledge, attitude and practices regarding nutrition among pregnant women in district of Dewas MP: A cross-sectional study
Author(s): Varsha Gole and Dr. Pragati Desai
Abstract: In the present investigation a descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted from July 22 to February 23 at Woman and Child Development Centers (under the scheme of ICDS) in Dewas (District) department Government of Madhya Pradesh, India. 75 pregnant women and over a period of 6 months were selected randomly. The Semi structured questionnaire related to nutrition knowledge, attitude, and practices was specified in their own language (Hindi). The 54.66% subjects were aware about essential of additional amount of food during the pregnancy. The 56% agreed having extra food during the pregnancy is good for health of mother as well as for fetus. The analysis was conducted using SPSS, and the results show that the chi square (13.927) association with p<0.003 has become significant. The 50.66% actually practiced adding additional food during the pregnancy. The study demonstrates that the studied population has adequate knowledge and attitudes on diet and nutrition during pregnancy, but there is still a deficiency in nutrition practices. Thus, there is a considerable gap in the practical application of knowledge and attitude.
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Varsha Gole, Dr. Pragati Desai. Knowledge, attitude and practices regarding nutrition among pregnant women in district of Dewas MP: A cross-sectional study. J Curr Res Food Sci 2024;5(2):13-16.