Bouillion fortification: For industry profit or public health interest

By Bukola Olukemi-Odele Nigeria faces a triple burden of malnutrition, consisting of undernutrition, micronutrient deficiencies, and overnutrition, which manifests as overweight and obesity—all of which are driven by conflicts, food and nutrition insecurity, and ineffective policy management, amongst other factors that contribute to worsening the country’s overall health outcomes. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), micronutrient deficiencies, particularly iron, folic acid, iodine, and vitamin A, are a public health concern in low and middle-income countries, including Nigeria, affecting millions of people, especially women and children. Micronutrients perform a range of functions, including the production of enzymes, hormones, and other […]

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