Abstract:
Nutritional status is influenced by critical factors as family, food, security and parenting
practices, as well as availability of facilities. Underweight, wasting, and stunting are all
prevalent in Sri Lanka, and a variety of factors influence children's nutritional status.
The primary aim of this study is to analyze the factors that influence nutrient status
among children under five years of age. The study was carried out utilizing a quantitative
technique with filled 115 questionnaires. The cluster sample technique was utilized to
choose households with children under the age of five in the Imaduwa GN Division. The
research objectives were met using descriptive statistics, the Chi-Square test, and ordinal
regression. Findings were that, the female children have a higher percentage of normal
and underweight nutrition status than male children. Furthermore, the study discovered
that the history of infection, sanitation facilities, family income, mother's health state,
birth order, and place of delivery are all important determinants of children's nutritional
status. Children's nutritional status in Sri Lanka must be improved through the
development of community-based nutritional interventions, the reinforcement of
current nutrition legislation, and the establishment of microfinance programs that
addresses newborn feeding practices, food insecurity, and low socioeconomic concerns.
