Long-term effects of cooking with liquefied petroleum gas or biomass on linear growth trajectories from birth to the pre-school years in Puno, Peru: a prospective cohort study

Key Points

• Children using liquefied petroleum gas showed improved linear growth trajectories compared to those using biomass.
• With a focus on pre-school years, the cohort study tracked growth patterns over a significant time frame.
• The analysis included diverse household cooking practices, employing rigorous longitudinal observation methods.
• Findings underscore the need for better cooking fuel options to enhance child nutrition and growth outcomes.