International Journal of Food, Nutrition & Dietetics

Around 144 million children worldwide still suffer from stunting, even though the incidence of the condition has been steadily declining for the past 30 years. More than any other factor, stunting has negative long-term effects on a child's physical and cognitive development. In the Global Hunger Index 2022, India ranked 107 out of 121 countries, with the highest child-stunting rate in the world at 35.5%. Indian, however, noted improvement in two parameters of child stunti from 38.7% in 2012-16 to 35.5% in 2017-21. Telangana, Gujarat, Kerala, Maharashtra, and West Bengal all have high rates of child stunting. There has been progressing, but persistent inequality still exists. Infant and child care practices, hygiene, and inadequate food security in the poorest households are among the immediate and underlying factors that contribute to stunting. This article deliberates on challenges and prevention statistics for stunting. The results of the study show that even after the efforts being made by the government, the old challenges have remained.

The purpose of this article is to convey the importance of nutrition in plastic surgery, to suggest outpatient nutritional interventions within the surgical care setting, and to assist the plastic surgeon in incorporating nutrition as a key practise enhancement strategy for the care of wound patients in the future. Nutritional state has a well-known impact on surgical results. Malnutrition is widespread among the hospitalized patient population, and up to 1 in 4 plastic surgery outpatients are at risk for malnutrition. Micro- and macronutrients are essential for optimal wound healing. Certain patient populations in the field of plastic surgery are more vulnerable to malnutrition, hence, universal screening and interventions should be implemented. Exposure and incentive interventions have been used in outpatient settings to increase optimal nutritional consumption and overcome obstacles. Universal screening utilising established and quick measures like the Canadian Nutritional Screening Tool (CNST) is suggested in the clinical context. Such screening should be accompanied by proper blood tests, BMI measures, and, if necessary, immediate referral to a dietitian. The term "rehabilitation" was coined with the help of surgery, and it refers to the dietary optimization of patients as well as the promotion of functional capacity development prior to surgery.

Background: An extremely common, chronic, and frequently disabling condition of the gutbrain connection, is irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). It is characterised by recurring stomach pain and changes in bowel habits. Grahani is the seat of Jatharagni and Grahani Dosha is one among the Mahagadas. Grahani is a disease of great clinical relevance in today's modern era because of its direct link with the improper food habits and stressful lifestyle of the present time. Vitiation of Agni affects the digestion process and vitiates proper formation of further dhathus, so one should give importance to the management of Agni. Aim: Ayurveda described various treatment modalities for the management of Grahani Roga. In this article we tried to summarized the effect of Takra (buttermilk) in Grahani Roga with the help of Ayurvedic principles and pharmacodynamics. Methods and Materials: Various Ayurvedic texts like Charaka Samhita, Susruta Samhita, AstangHridya and relevant modern medical science books. Conclusion: Shamana and Shodhana chikitsa modalities are adopted to treat Grahani but diet and lifestyle are the most important modalities to be followed to control or cure the condition. Takra is compared with Amrita because of its qualities. Acharya Vagbhata states that Takra does Srotoshodhana and helps the rasa to reach the srotas. Takra by its different gunas acts as tridosha shamaka, it is very helpful in the patients suffering from agni vikriti have different types of dosha dushti.

Good health can be maintained through two key players which are diet and exercise. Yoga is one of thebest ways to stay fit and healthy. It can improve health, flexibility, strength, posture, and so much more. According to studies, nutrition and Yoga have many overlapping advantages, including improved digestion, stress management, mindfulness, increased energy, and even detoxification. Yoga is all about taking deep breaths and building physical strength. Thus, a person should pay attention to his or her eating habits as well, so that the body is not involved in intensive digestive activity. Yoga is a holistic philosophy that attempts to cleanse, strengthen, and develop all levels of our human existence. Good nutrition not only benefits our yoga practice, but it also benefits our whole mental and physical wellness. Because many yoga postures involve bending the abdomen, those who practice yoga tend to adopt healthful eating habits. A study conducted in the United States found that young American adults who practiced Yoga daily were more attentive to choosing healthy foods, which lowered their food cravings. With people's sedentary lifestyles, especially in urban areas, and an increasing incidence of NCDs, yoga, together with good nutrition, can be highly beneficial for those living in a developing country like India.