Some types of health problems have been a cause of great concern among Indian women. Reports show that most women do not get adequate nutrition from their diet, due to which they may be at risk of developing many types of diseases. Indian women have been seen to be at higher risk of problems like malnutrition and anemia. Although it has improved over time, it remains a major risk for rural Indian women.

International Women's Day is celebrated every year on 8 March to focus on issues like women's rights, equality and violence-abuse against women, promoting women's health. Health experts say women are the main axis of any healthy society, if they are unhealthy then it affects the family and society. Therefore, it becomes very important to pay attention to women's nutrition.

Risk of malnutrition and anemia in Indian women
According to a PIB report, according to the National Family Health Survey (NFHS)-4 conducted by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare in 2015-16, 22.9% of women (aged 15-49 years) in the country are underweight. The percentage of malnutrition among women is highest in five states - Jharkhand (31.5%), Bihar (30.4%), Union Territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli (28.7%), Madhya Pradesh (28.4%), Gujarat (27.2%) and Rajasthan (27.2%). Has been in %).

Similarly, in India, 57% of women aged between 15 to 49 years and 67% of children between six months to 59 months are victims of anemia, which can have negative effects on health in many ways.

Malnutrition problem in women
Many studies and research have conclusively proven that healthy women give birth to healthy children with better intellectual abilities. However, unfortunately, statistics from many countries of the world including India show that women do not get a diet rich in essential vitamins and nutrients in sufficient quantity. This is not only a problem that seriously affects their health, but it can also affect the health of children in many ways.

The burden of chronic undernutrition among women across generations, combined with women's dietary habits and nutritional deficiencies, can be harmful to health in many ways.

Increased risk of anemia
Anemia is a serious health problem among Indian women, including 58.6% of children, 53.2% of women, and 50.4% of pregnant women. Anemia is the problem of lack of red blood cells in the body, which can cause problems like weakness, and fatigue and affect the nerves and other organs of the body. Severe anemia can also have life-threatening side effects, for which everyone is advised to remain cautious.

How to prevent these health problems
Health experts say that maintaining a proper diet is important not only for women but for everyone's health. Include colorful vegetables and fruits in your dinner plate. Problems like malnutrition and anemia can be prevented by including plenty of iron, vitamin B, and protein in the diet. Health experts say that women should pay attention to maintaining their diet right from an early age.

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