Exploring Food Insecurity and Nutritional Challenges Among Rickshaw Pullers in Dhaka City, Bangladesh.

ABSTRACT: Rickshaw pullers in Dhaka city represent a significant portion of the urban workforce, often facing challenges related to food insecurity (FI) and nutrition. This study aimed to assess the FI status, diet quality, and nutritional status of rickshaw pullers in Dhaka city. A cross-sectional study was conducted across 10 locations in Dhaka city, enrolling 400 rickshaw pullers through convenience sampling. FI was assessed using the food insecurity experience scale (FIES), and dietary data were collected using the diet quality questionnaire (DQQ). Nutritional status was evaluated through anthropometric measurements. Logistic regression models were employed to identify factors associated with the outcome variables. Approximately 60% of the participants experienced moderate-to-severe food insecur

SUBMITTER: Hossain MS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12542296 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature