Lack of protein can also lead to lower immunity levels, brittle nails, hair loss and increased risk of fractures
By Dr Meghana Pasi 23/08/2020A weak body is an easy target for any disease, be it COVID-19 or something else. Here are some supplements, chemical and herbal, which can help ensure that you stay protected.
By Dr. Apurve Mehra 22/08/2020A recent survey reveals that Indians widely support measures to eradicate air pollution, and how COVID-19 has played a monumental role in reducing it
By Pallavi Pant / IndiaAQ Hub 02/09/2020Lack of access to contraceptives and family planning services during the COVID-19 induced lockdowns led to an alarming rise in the pregnancy rate across the nation, which in turn led to numerous abortions.
By Lola Nayar 11/08/2020Rise Against Hunger India (RAHI) has served over 2.5 million meals to vulnerable groups in 38 districts across 9 states in the country worst hit by COVID and subsequent lockdown. Dola Mohapatra, Executive Director, RAHI, tells LoLa Nayar that nearly 85% of...
By Lola Nayar 03/12/2022A diverse group of nutrition stakeholders have joined hands to ensure that COVID-19 does not derail the government’s malnutrition programmes
By Pratima Mathews 06/08/2020Here's some recipes for a delicious meal which will also help boost your immunity.
By Charupadma Pati 02/08/2020As part of its Reimagine campaign, UNICEF calls for accelerated action to prevent and treat malnutrition caused by pandemic
By Outlook Planet Desk 29/07/2020While procuring, packing and distributing food during a pandemic is not easy, here are some suggestions on how ration packets may be designed to provide a balanced meal
By Amit Gupta 25/07/2020For a country where almost 36% children are underweight, 50% women are anemic already, a rapid call to action and re-shaping system is a big fish to fry. How do we do it?
By Prapti Adhikari Dr Archana Kharyal 24/07/2020