Hidden hunger
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One child dies every minute of severe acute malnutrition. How can India save them?
The government is yet to frame policies on how to tackle severe acute malnutrition but non-profits have started experimenting with community-based models.
Ruhi Kandhari
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From anganwadis to hospitals, Delhi is failing the battle against child malnutrition
This year's budget cuts are likely to make it even more difficult to save the lives of severely malnourished children.
Shriya Mohan
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Growing up in Delhi's slums, why children aren't growing up much
Malnourishment is not linked to food alone. Lack of space and sanitation is stunting children in Delhi's slums.
Shriya Mohan
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Middle class children in Delhi are fat – and undernourished
By eating junk food, children are putting on calories but not gaining enough vitamins and minerals. Delhi is the child obesity capital of India.
Shriya Mohan
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Junk food is feeding a malnutrition epidemic in Delhi's slums
Poor parents are turning to junk food not only because their children like its taste but also because it is less expensive than a full meal.
Shriya Mohan