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Development and Validation of the South African Diet Quality Index for Pregnancy: The NuEMI Study

20241 citationOpen accessUniversity of the Free State

Abstract

The SA-DQI-P is the first DQI developed for a South African population and has proven to be valid in ranking diet quality in pregnant women in our sample. Information regarding diet quality of this vulnerable group can assist with planning nutrition intervention programs to improve nutritional status.

Research topics

Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet
Child Nutrition and Water Access
Food Security and Health in Diverse Populations

Sustainable Development Goals

2Zero Hunger

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DOI: 10.1177/03795721241298377

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