The prevalence of chronic energy deficiency (BMI25) was 10% ……. “About 35% of adult women had chronic energy deficiency and l4% were overweight/obese.

Question

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“  The prevalence of chronic energy deficiency (BMI25) was 10% ……. “About 35% of adult women had chronic energy deficiency and l4% were overweight/obese. The prevalence of chronic energy deficiency was highest in the States of Odisha, Gujarat and Uttar Pradesh, followed by 33-38% in Karnataka, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh and West Bengal…” 

How is this related to food security?

Answer 1

1. The above information says that 35% of adult women had chronic energy deficiency. 

2. The prevalence of CED in our state is between 33% and 38%. 

3. The above information proves that people do not have access to good food. 

4. Hence “food security” should be implemented to avoid chronic energy deficiency.