Abstract
This investigation of dietary habits was made during three years in the two Nepalese agricultural villages near Kathmandu, Chapagaun and Badhikhel. The features of the dishes eaten, and their combinations were assessed for their relationship with the nutrient intake status. Cereals and pulses were the predominant foods, whereas animal proteins were little eaten, except for milk. Subsidiary foods were customarily served with curry, dal and achar. A numerical evaluation of the nutrient intake from full meals and light meals for each group showed same value of energy and protein intake, no matter high or low the evaluation points were. A higher number of foods resulted in higher evaluation points. In order to achieve a nutritionally balanced diet, traditional dishes such as curry, dal and achar are recommended to be served together, as is consuming plenty of milk.
