Vandana Prasad

Dr. Vandana Prasad, a community pediatrician and former member of the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights, discusses the alarming issue of stunting in children. She challenges the misconception that height is solely genetic, revealing how stunting reflects malnutrition. The conversation highlights the significance of nutrition during the first thousand days of life, the vital role of maternal health, and the impact of sanitation on child growth. Dr. Prasad emphasizes community support and women's empowerment as essential to breaking the cycle of undernutrition.