Nutritional Challenges in India

The video discusses public nutrition and health, focusing on the importance of understanding nutritional problems and strategies to tackle them. It highlights the role of public health nutritionists and the significance of addressing nutritional deficiencies in India. The video also covers micronutrient deficiencies and their impact on health, concluding with tasks for students to reinforce learning.

What is the primary focus of the video tutorial?

• Chapter on Public Nutrition and Health

• Chapter on Environmental Science

• Chapter on Mathematics

• Chapter on Physical Education

What is the main cause of 50% of deaths among children under five in India?

• Genetic disorders

• Lack of exercise

• Malnutrition

• Overnutrition

What is the double burden of malnutrition that India faces?

• Undernutrition and overnutrition

• Vitamin deficiency and mineral deficiency

• Obesity and diabetes

• Heart disease and cancer

What is a key role of public health nutritionists?

• Conducting laboratory research

• Improving public nutrition habits on a large scale

• Developing new dietary supplements

• Working one-on-one with clients

Which of the following is NOT a cause of nutritional problems at the household level?

• Excessive exercise

• Poor care of mother and child

• Improper basic sanitation

• Insufficient access to food

What is protein-energy malnutrition caused by?

• Excessive vitamin intake

• Lack of exercise

• Inadequate intake of protein and energy

• Excessive protein intake

Which condition is caused by a deficiency of energy?

• Diabetes

• Obesity

• Marasmus

• Kwashiorkor

What is the term used to describe a lack of essential vitamins and minerals?

• Protein deficiency

• Hidden hunger

• Overnutrition

• Calcium overload

Which nutrient deficiency is most common in women of childbearing age?

• Protein deficiency

• Calcium deficiency

• Iron deficiency

• Vitamin C deficiency

What is a symptom of iodine deficiency?

• Swelling in the neck

• Night blindness

• Brittle nails

• Dry skin