Abstract

The study was conducted in Peshawar district in order to find out the socio-economic causes of malnutrition among women. A descriptive type of study was conducted in the year 2020-2021. Data was collected from a sample of 393 from 5 different villages of Peshawar district. Sample size was selected by using the Yamane Formula. It was found that most of the women were married and had low level of education due to poverty. Most of the respondents were living in joint family system and were have economic reasons. 49.1% women had come across miscarriage and still births. 27.1% of the respondents were unaware of malnutrition as a serious health issue. 58.5% of the respondents were found with health issues diagnosed from year 24.7% were affected by malnutrition from different angles. 49.1% respondents were experiencing psychological issues due to malnutrition. More than 50% were having several health issues like high blood pressure, obesity, diabetics, eating disorder etc. 59.3% told that they were, or their families were facing economic issues which was the major cause of their malnutrition. 18.6% of the women were found that they were not eating enough meal, i.e., three times daily basis.

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