Intergenerational chronic undernutrition pattern and determinants in Ethiopia: a multilevel and spatial analysis of EDHS data (2000–2016)
This analysis identifies factors influencing intergenerational chronic undernutrition in Ethiopia, with higher prevalence in the north and northeast Ethiopia. Female children, higher maternal education level, and higher wealth status reduce risk of intergenerational chronic undernutrition, while older age, unimproved sanitation, and living in Amhara increase the risk. Participants residing in Somali, Oromia, Harari, Gambela, Addis Ababa, and Dire Dawa had lower risk compared to children residing in Tigray. Improving education, enhancing sanitation facilities, and addressing regional inequalities are crucial steps in tackling Intergenerational chronic undernutrition in Ethiopia.
Authors
- Mohammed Hussen Alemu (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0404-0232)
- Amare Kassaw (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1321-9151)
- Nigusu Worku (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7262-286X)
- Asebe Hagos (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8617-0697)
- Amanuel Tesera Alemu
- Molla Azmeraw Bizuayehu (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9902-7921)
- Tesfahun Zemene Tafere (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8589-8558)
- Moges Tadesse Abebe (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0000-1353-9265)
- Mekuriaw Nibret Aweke (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7152-6435)
- Demewoz Kefale
Institutions
- Debre Berhan University (ET)
- Debre Tabor University (ET)
- Debark University (ET)
- Woldia University (ET)
- University of Gondar (ET)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Frontiers in Nutrition
- Published
- 2025-06-19
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.3389/fnut.2025.1537348
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Child Nutrition and Water Access
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 1.12