Research Article

Effect of nutrition education on nutritional status and serum zinc level of HIV and AIDS clients: implication for care in resource-limited settings

Published in: African Journal of AIDS Research
Volume 21 , issue 3 , 2022 , pages: 270–276

DOI: 10.2989/16085906.2022.2087532

Author(s): Ifeyinwa Ezenwosu , Nigeria , Osita Ezenwosu , Nigeria , Chinyere Mbachu , Nigeria , Ijeoma Itanyi , Nigeria , Emmanuel Aguwa , Nigeria

Keywords: body mass index , immune system , micronutrient , nutrition diversity

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Abstract

Background: People living with HIV or AIDS in resource-limited settings are faced with challenges in their nutrition and micronutrient levels. This study aimed to determine the effect of nutrition education on the nutrition status and serum zinc level of HIV and AIDS clients, and its implication for HIV care in resource-limited settings.

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