IGNOU CFN 2 2026 - Briefly explain the importance of anthropometric measures in ass

Question

Briefly explain the importance of anthropometric measures in assessing nutritional status.

26 Dec 2025

Answer :

Word Count : 181

Anthropometric measures are physical measurements of the human body, such as height, weight, body mass index (BMI), mid-upper arm circumference, and skinfold thickness. These measurements are important tools in assessing nutritional status because they provide objective data about growth, development, and body composition. For children, tracking height and weight helps in identifying undernutrition or stunted growth, which may indicate chronic nutritional deficiencies. Similarly, BMI helps in determining

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