Protein Adequacy of Mid Day Meal on Portion Consumption by 5-6 Year Olds of Delhi Government School

Abstract:

Mid Day meal Scheme was first implemented for the children aged between 6-11 years to maximize enrolment and reduce school dropout rates, which were important from the viewpoint of universalisation of elementary education as well as achievement of higher literacy rates in the country (NFI report, 2006). On estimating protein content of MDM menu it was observed, none of the menus met protein content norm. This can be attributed to dilution while cooking or transportation, less appetite of the child and food cooked in kitchen are not being standardized.PE% of the Mid day meal does not match PE% by RDA. Hence protein fortification and suitable correction in menu like aloo puri/ kadhi rice is needed from nutrition stand point.

Author Name (s): Lalita Verma, Dr. Anupa Siddhu

Keywords: Estimation, Norms, Calorie, Portion, Fortification.


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