Mean nutrient adequacy ratio and associated factors of complementary foods among children aged 6–23 months in Northeast Ethiopia

The study concludes that the mean nutrient adequacy ratio of complementary foods among children aged 6-23 months in Northeast Ethiopia is alarmingly low, indicating a significant gap in meeting the nutritional recommendations set by the World Health Organization. Various factors, including the child's age, maternal education, household wealth index, food insecurity, and dietary diversity, were identified as critical determinants of nutrient adequacy. These findings underscore the urgent need for comprehensive interventions at multiple levels, including education, food security, and health services, to enhance the consumption of adequate and diverse complementary foods. By addressing these factors, stakeholders can improve the nutritional status of young children, ultimately contributing to better health outcomes and development in the region.