Few studies have evaluated the impact of fortification with iron-rich foods such as amaranth grain and multi-micronutrient powder (MNP) containing low doses of highly bioavailable iron to control iron deficiency anemia (IDA) in children. We assessed the efficacy of maize porridge enriched with amaranth grain or MNP to reduce IDA in Kenyan preschool children. In a 16-wk intervention trial, child...

In-home fortification of infants with micronutrient powders (MNPs) containing 12.5 mg iron may increase morbidity from infections; therefore, an efficacious low-dose iron-containing MNP might be advantageous. Effects of iron-containing MNPs on infant growth are unclear. We assessed the efficacy of a low-iron MNP on iron status and growth and monitored safety in a randomised, controlled, double-...

Buffalo's milk was fortified with different sources of iron and zinc salts to manufacture of Domiati cheese. It was fortified with ferrous chloride, ferrous sulphate, zinc sulphate and zinc acetate at levels of 40, 60 and 120 mg Fe or Zn/kg milk. All fresh and stored samples (30 and 90 days) of Domiati cheese were analyzed for pH, acidity moisture, TN, SN, fat, lactose, ash and TBA number. No o...

Preface —M. C. Latham, H. Mehansho, and F. S. Solon............................................................................... S65 Overview: Hidden hunger and the role of public-private partnership —M. C. Latham .......................... S67 Combating hidden hunger: The role of international agencies —N. Dalmiya and W. Schultink ............. S69 Vitamin A deficiency disorders in children ...

In searching for an explanation for the rapid response to iron-fortification programmes, we focused on the interaction of vitamin A and inhibitors of iron absorption from a basal breakfast containing bread from either pre-cooked maize flour or wheat flour plus cheese and margarine. These breads were labeled with either 59Fe or 55Fe. These experiments demonstrated that vitamin A prevented the in...

Despite significant progress, deficiencies of iron and iodine remain major public health problems affecting > or =30% of the global population. These deficiencies often coexist in children. Recent studies have demonstrated that a high prevalence of iron deficiency among children in areas of endemic goiter may reduce the effectiveness of iodized salt programs. These findings argue strongly for i...

Majeed H., Jamshaid Qazi H., Safdar W., Fang Z. (2013): Microencapsulation can be a Novel tool in wheat flour with micronutrients fortification: Current trends and future applications – a review. Czech J. Food Sci., 31: 527–540. Wheat flour fortification can be a novel and effective food based approach to improve effective micronutrient deficiencies that affect millions of people worldwide espe...

BACKGROUND Globally, there is evidence that three micronutrients deficiencies are of public health concern among children. They are vitamin A, iodine and iron deficiencies. Communities particularly affected are those in situations where poverty, unemployment, civil unrest, war and exploitation remain endemic. Malnutrition is an impediment to productivity, economic growth and poverty eradication...

This paper examines the evidence for a causal relationship between iron deficiency and a variety of functional consequences with economic implications (motor and mental impairment in children and low work productivity in adults). To the extent that we can be confident that iron deficiency does cause a consequence with economic implications, this effect is quantified in economic terms. Illustrat...

Seasonings and condiments can be candidate vehicles for micronutrient fortification if consumed consistently and if dietary practices ensure bioavailability of the nutrient. In this review, we identify factors that may affect the bioavailability of iron, vitamin A, zinc, and folic acid when added to seasonings and condiments and evaluate their effects on micronutrient status. We take into consi...