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ArticlePublic health challenges2026

Seasonal Food Availability, Preservation Practices, and Dietary Diversity in Children Under 5 in Western Kenya.

Gladwel Kuya Sikoyo, Judith Mangeni, Diana Menya, Oscar Kambona, Antony Ochung, Fanuel Kawaka, George Ayodo

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Gladwel Kuya SikoyoDepartment of Public and Community Health Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology Bondo Kenya.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0001-1608-3790
Judith MangeniDepartment of Epidemiology and Medical Statistics Moi University Eldoret Kenya.
Diana MenyaDepartment of Epidemiology and Medical Statistics Moi University Eldoret Kenya.
Oscar KambonaDepartment of Nutrition Siaya County Government Siaya Kenya.
Antony OchungDepartment of Public and Community Health Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology Bondo Kenya.
Fanuel KawakaDepartment of Biological Sciences Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology Bondo Kenya.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0004-5517-0864
George AyodoDepartment of Public and Community Health Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology Bondo Kenya.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5565-2415

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Abstract

Malnutrition remains a leading cause of morbidity and mortality among children under 5 years worldwide. In Kenya, the situation is further aggravated by climate change, which disrupts agricultural productivity and limits access to nutrient‑rich foods. This study explored the availability, seasonal patterns, and preservation of local foods as strategies for improving minimum dietary diversity (MDD) among children under 5 in Siaya County, Kenya. A cross‑sectional study employing both descriptive and inferential statistical analyses was conducted among children aged 0-60 months, their caregivers, and local food vendors. Anthropometrics were assessed using World Health Organization (WHO) standards, and questionnaires captured demographic, dietary, and seasonal food availability information. Statistical analyses included Chi‑square tests and logistic regression. Results showed low consumption of nutrient‑rich foods such as legumes/nuts, eggs, and flesh foods, with only 19% (

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