Five methods used in estimating nutritional state
| Method | Parameters measured |
| Gomez et al | Child's weight (median weight for age) |
| Waterlow | Child's weight (median weight for height) |
| McLaren/Read | Child's weight/child's height (median weight/median height for age) |
| Body mass index |
Child's weight (kg)
Height (m2) |
| Thrive Index | Later weight SD − (Birthweight SD × 0.4) |