TABLE 3.
Nutrient composition in an example of an optimized THR for children aged 1 to 3 y in the Indian state of Karnataka
| Nutrient | Gazette of India guidelines | Nutrient composition | Percentage of guidelines met |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy, kcal | 400.0 | 400.0 | 100.0 |
| Protein, g | 15.0 | 13.7 | 91.3 |
| Fat, g | 15.0 | 13.5 | 90.0 |
| Calcium, mg | 135.0 | 134.1 | 99.3 |
| Dietary fiber1, g | 5.6 | 10.2 | 183.8 |
| Folate, μg | 35.0 | 50.9 | 145.4 |
| Iron, mg | 2.0 | 3.4 | 170.0 |
| Magnesium1, mg | 24.3 | 118.5 | 487.1 |
| Vitamin A, μg | 60.0 | 75.8 | 126.3 |
| Vitamin B11, mg | 0.2 | 0.4 | 200.0 |
| Vitamin B12, μg | 0.3 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Vitamin B21, mg | 0.3 | 0.3 | 111.1 |
| Vitamin B31, mg | 2.0 | 1.9 | 95.0 |
| Vitamin B6, mg | 0.3 | 0.2 | 74.1 |
| Vitamin C1, mg | 8.0 | 0.4 | 5.0 |
| Zinc, mg | 1.0 | 2.6 | 260.0 |
Abbreviation: THR, take home ration.
1
Represents one-third of the estimated average requirement.