In the crucial early years when tiny bodies are developing at warp speed, most Indian kids aren’t getting the nutritional variety their growing brains and bodies desperately need. A recent study analyzing National Family Health Survey data (NFHS-5, 2019-21) reveals a concerning reality: 77% of Indian children aged 6-23 months lack minimum dietary diversity according to World Health Organization standards. While this represents progress from the 87.4% reported in 2005-06 (NFHS-3), it means roughly 4 out of 5 babies and toddlers across India still face potential nutritional gaps during their most critical developmental window. What Exactly Is “Dietary Diversity” and … Continue reading 77% of Indian Infants Lack WHO-Recommended Dietary Diversity, NFHS-5 Reveals