TABLE 5.
Skin carotenoid scores among pregnant women, children, and all study participants in three ecological regions of Nepal1
| Skin carotenoid score, RU | Terai | Hill | Mountain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pregnant women | (n = 53) | (n = 55) | (n = 56) |
| <150 | 18 (34.0) | 14 (25.5) | 6 (10.7) |
| ≥150 | 35 (66.0) | 41 (74.5) | 50 (89.3) |
| Children | (n = 57) | (n = 55) | (n = 56) |
| <150 | 15 (26.3) | 27 (49.1) | 10 (17.9) |
| ≥150 | 42 (73.7) | 28 (50.9) | 46 (82.1) |
| All study participants | (n = 110) | (n = 110) | (n = 112) |
| <150 | 33 (30.0) | 41 (37.3) | 16 (14.3) |
| ≥150 | 77 (70.0) | 69 (62.7) | 96 (85.7) |
RU, reflection units.
1
Data are present as frequency (%) for categorical variables. Skin carotenoid score < 150, substantial nutritional compromise; ≥150, well-nourished healthy participant.