Determinants of Malnutrition Amongst Children Under Five Years in Kenya

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The study titled "Determinants of Malnutrition Amongst Children Under Five Years in Kenya" aims to identify the factors that contribute to malnutrition among children under five in Kenya. Malnutrition is a significant public health issue in Kenya, with an estimated 26% of children under five experiencing chronic malnutrition. The study's primary objective is to identify the socio-economic, cultural, and environmental factors that contribute to malnutrition, evaluate the impact of maternal and child health practices, and determine the effectiveness of current interventions in reducing malnutrition.
The study will employ a cross-sectional design using qualitative and quantitative research methods. A sample of 500 households with children under five years of age will be selected from four counties in Kenya, and data will be collected through structured interviews with mothers or caregivers and focus group discussions with key informants in the communities. Descriptive statistics, bivariate and multivariate logistic regression models, and thematic analysis will be used to analyze the data.
The expected outcomes of the study include providing valuable insights into the determinants of malnutrition among children under five in Kenya, informing the development of evidence-based interventions, and contributing to the body of knowledge on the socio-economic, cultural, and environmental factors that influence the nutritional status of children under five in low-income countries.
The study will be conducted in accordance with ethical principles, and informed consent will be obtained from all study participants, with confidentiality and anonymity maintained throughout the study. The study has the potential to contribute significantly to the body of knowledge on malnutrition in low-income countries and inform the development of effective interventions to address this issue. The study references several studies on maternal and child undernutrition, highlighting the critical importance of addressing malnutrition early in life for the future health and well-being of individuals and communities.
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