A Study on Assessment of Health, Cognitive Behavior and Nutritional Status of Pregnant Women

Abstract

Abstract:The objective of the present study is to evaluate the Nutritional status and cognitive behavior, mental disorders of the pregnant women. For the purpose of study 40 pregnant women were selected. The age between 22-36 Years and the samples was collected from Govt. General hospital, Guntur District, Andhra Pradesh, India. Hemoglobin levels collected by Shahlis hemometer. Hemoglobin levels of pregnant women were below the standards. Nutrient intakes were collected by using 24 hrs recall method. The present study reveals that there were lower consumption in several macro and micro nutrients intake compared to Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDA) of India, which may be reflected on their nutritional status. Cognitive behavior and Psychological aspects of the pregnant women, not only those aspects but also it reflects on their health conditions.