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Punjab Women Laggard in Protein Intake Despite High Household Spending
✍️ Amar Ujala · Mohali
🗓 02 Nov 2026, 09:37 AM
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A report highlights that while Punjab families rank fourth nationally in spending on protein-rich food, women consume significantly less protein than men, lagging by 11.17 percent.
A recent assessment reveals a significant gender disparity in dietary habits within Punjab. Although the state's households are among the top spenders on protein-rich foods, the nutritional benefits are not being distributed equally between men and women.
Data indicates that Punjab families rank fourth in the country regarding expenditure on protein sources. However, this financial investment does not translate into equal consumption for women, who are reported to be 11.17 percent behind men in their daily protein intake.
The findings suggest that despite the availability of resources and high spending on nutritious food, traditional or domestic factors may be influencing who eats what within the household. This gap highlights a need for awareness regarding equitable nutrition distribution among family members.
Data indicates that Punjab families rank fourth in the country regarding expenditure on protein sources. However, this financial investment does not translate into equal consumption for women, who are reported to be 11.17 percent behind men in their daily protein intake.
The findings suggest that despite the availability of resources and high spending on nutritious food, traditional or domestic factors may be influencing who eats what within the household. This gap highlights a need for awareness regarding equitable nutrition distribution among family members.