Milestones and controversies in maternal and child health: examining a brief history of micronutrient fortification in the US
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DOI: 10.1038/jp.2017.121
Abstract: Fortification of our food and drinking supply has decreased morbidity rates related to micronutrient deficiencies among mothers and their children, particularly during the perinatal and neonatal periods of development. The purpose of this historical review… read more here.
Keywords: fortification; maternal child; micronutrient fortification; child health ... See more keywords
Industry Self-Regulation of Food Fortification Compliance: Piloting the Micronutrient Fortification Index in Nigeria.
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DOI: 10.1177/03795721221132610
Abstract: BACKGROUND Sustaining large-scale and good-quality food fortification requires strategies that incentivize food processors to invest in and consistently meet national food fortification standards where they exist. A standardized Micronutrient Fortification Index (MFI) piloted in Nigeria… read more here.
Keywords: index; food fortification; food; micronutrient fortification ... See more keywords