• Dr. Falguni R. Panchal

This study explores the impact of access to nutritious food and well-being interventions on the health outcomes of tribal populations in Gujarat. Recognizing the persistent disparities in health and nutrition among indigenous communities, the research aims to quantify the individual and combined effects of food availability and public health initiatives on nutritional status and perceived physical and mental well-being. A structured questionnaire covering five key dimensions—access to nutritious food, well-being interventions, nutritional status, perceived well-being, and combined health outcomes—was administered to a simulated sample of 180 tribal respondents. Reliability analysis using Cronbach’s Alpha confirmed high internal consistency across all item groups (α ≥ 0.814). Descriptive statistics highlighted generally positive perceptions of food access and intervention impact, though variability pointed to uneven distribution of services. Hypotheses were tested using linear and multiple regression models, all of which yielded statistically significant results (p < 0.001), confirming that both food access and well-being programs significantly improve health outcomes, especially when implemented together. The study concludes with practical recommendations for government departments, NGOs, policymakers, academia, and technology providers to address the health needs of tribal communities through integrated, data-driven, and culturally sensitive strategies.

“FOOD SYSTEM AND WELLBEING INTERVENTIONS FOR TRIBAL HEALTH AN OBSERVATION FROM THE STATE OF GUJARAT”

"“FOOD SYSTEM AND WELLBEING INTERVENTIONS FOR TRIBAL HEALTH AN OBSERVATION FROM THE STATE OF GUJARAT”", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.9, Issue 8, page no.g304-g318, August-2022, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2208639.pdf

"“FOOD SYSTEM AND WELLBEING INTERVENTIONS FOR TRIBAL HEALTH AN OBSERVATION FROM THE STATE OF GUJARAT”", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.9, Issue 8, page no. ppg304-g318, August-2022, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2208639.pdf