Evaluation of Nutritional and Health Status of Prepartory School Student in Quisna- Menoufia Nutritional and Food Dept. of Sciences

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1 Prof. of Nutrition & Food Science, Ex – Dean Faculty ofHome Economics, Minufiya University

2 Lecturer of Nutrition & Food Science,.Faculty of Home Economics, Minufiya University

3 Faculty of Home Economics Menoufia University

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It is of the at most importance to know much about the nutritional and health status of Egyptian adolescents, since in future they will be working people in all areas. In particular rural adolescents as in Menoufia governorate should have much attention, as the rural was neglected many years ago.  A total numbers of 60 females and 60 males, 11-14 years of age were chosen randomly from the preparatory schools of Qusina city– Menoufia governorarate. Anthropometric measurements were performed. Questionnaire included Socio-economic parameters, Food habits and daily intake of different nutrients was filled via interview. Statistical analysis was carried out by SPSS Statistical Program. It was found that nutritional awareness was low for both genders in many items especially for boys calling for targeted nutritional awareness program. Daily intakes were low for Energy, Fat, Fibers, Vits. (A, D, C, niacin, Folat ), minerals (K, Ca, P, Fe, Zn). Health status was not satisfying for both girls and boys as well.

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