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Presentation

1. HOW PERSONAL HYGIENE SERVE AS A DETERMINANT TO AN INDIVIDUAL’S NUTRITIONAL STATUS BY FUSEINI HAJARA

2. INTRODUCTION Nutritional status is a measure of how well an individual’s diet is meeting their nutritional needs. It is an assessment of the adequacy of their nutrient intake, and how it is impacting their overall health and well-being. There are three main categories of nutritional status: Optimal nutritional status Malnutrition Over nutrition

3. INTRODUCTION CON’T Personal hygiene refers to the practices that individuals undertake to maintain cleanliness and promote overall health. It includes habits such as environmental hygiene, washing hands, food safety, hands and nails care. Good personal hygiene helps prevent the spread of illnesses, infections.

4. WAYS OF PRACTISING PERSONAL HYGIENE HANDWASHING BATHING OR SHOWERING ORAL HYGIENE HAND AND NAIL CARE FOOT CARE ENVIRONMENTAL HYGIENE FOOD SAFETY

5. MERITS OF PERSONAL HYGIENE TO AN INDIVIDUAL’S NUTRITIONAL STATUS 1.PREVENTION OF ILLNESS 2.PROTECTION AGAINST DISEASES 3.LONG-TERM HEALTH BENEFITS

6. DEMERITS OF PERSONAL HYGIENE TO AN INDIVIDUAL’S NUTRITIONAL STATUS MALNUTRITION WEIGHT LOSS NUTRIENT DEFICIENCIES ANEMIA COMPROMISED IMMUNE FUNCTION STUNTED GROWTH

7. CONCLUSION Good personal hygiene is essential for overall health, but balance is key to avoid unintended consequences on nutritional status. A mindful and balanced approach to Hygiene practices can support optimal health and well-being. By finding this balance, individuals can nurture a healthy body and mind.