Childhood malnutrition remains a significant public health problem, particularly in low-income communities. This study evaluated the impact of community-based nutrition programs, including supplementary feeding, growth monitoring, and caregiver education, on nutritional outcomes among 900 children aged 6 months to 5 years. Anthropometric measurements were recorded at baseline and six months post-intervention. Results showed significant improvements in weight-for-age (mean increase: 0.8 z-scores), height-for-age (mean increase: 0.6 z-scores), and a reduction in stunting prevalence from 28% to 18% (p<0.01). Caregiver knowledge about balanced diets, hygiene, and child feeding practices improved markedly. Findings support the effectiveness of integrated nutrition programs in reducing childhood malnutrition and promoting optimal growth in resource-limited communities.

Keywords:
Childhood Malnutrition, Nutrition Programs, Growth Monitoring, Public Health, Community Health