Characteristics of Pica Behavior among Mothers around Lake Victoria, Kenya: A Cross-Sectional Study
<i>Background</i>: Pica, the craving and purposeful consumption of nonfoods, is poorly understood. We described the prevalence of pica among women on Mfangano Island, Kenya, and examined sociodemographic and health correlates. <i>Methods</i>: Our cross-sectional study include...
Main Authors: | Esther O. Chung, Brian Mattah, Matthew D. Hickey, Charles R. Salmen, Erin M. Milner, Elizabeth A. Bukusi, Justin S. Brashares, Sera L. Young, Lia C.H. Fernald, Kathryn J. Fiorella |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2019-07-01
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Series: | International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/1660-4601/16/14/2510 |
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