A REVIEW OF GENDER DISPARITY IN CHRONIC ENERGY DEFICIENCY
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Keywords
Chronic Energy Deficiency, Public Health, Gender Disparity, Nutrition
Abstract
Chronic Energy Deficiency (CED) remains a significant public health concern, with substantial gender disparities in its prevalence and impact. This study observed the gender dimensions of CED, focusing on the differential experiences of men and women in terms of nutritional status, socio-economic causes, and health outcomes. The existing literature provides insight into the causes of gender differences in CED. It is also determined that the main causes of this imbalance were gender discrimination, sociocultural norms and unequal access to resources. This study also assessed the consequences of CED on general wellbeing, reproductive health and physical health in both men and women. The study underlined the necessity for gender-sensitive approaches to nutrition programming and policy-making and evaluated the efficacy of current policy responses and interventions in addressing gender disparities in CED. This study influenced policy discourse and programmatic activities targeted at achieving gender equality and nutritional security by synthesising evidence-based ideas and best practices
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Dr. Manju Dewan
Associate Professor, DAV College, Sector 10, Chandigarh