This study investigates the relationship between healthcare literacy and nutritional outcomes among women and children living in the slum communities of Nagpur, India. Slum populations face persistent health challenges due to limited access to medical services, inadequate sanitation, and low awareness of proper nutrition and child care practices. Using a mixed-method approach—including structured surveys, interviews, and observational data-the research explores how maternal knowledge of healthcare influences complementary feeding patterns, dietary diversity, and overall nutritional status of children under five.

Findings highlight a significant correlation between healthcare awareness and better nutrition indicators such as growth metrics, illness prevention, and feeding frequency. The study also reveals cultural and socioeconomic factors that mediate access to health information and nutritional resources. These insights underscore the importance of targeted health education programs to improve food security and child wellness in under-resourced urban settings.