Prevalence of protein, lysine, and tryptophan inadequacy and their relation to stunting among Malawian under five children: evidence from the 2019/20 Integrated Household Survey

Abstract

Inadequate intake of protein, lysine, and tryptophan was prevalent among children, particularly among those who were stunted and those living in rural areas. Regional variations were evident, with lysine inadequacy most pronounced in the Central region, while tryptophan inadequacy was more prevalent in female-headed households.