“Hidden hunger” - sufficient calorie intake coupled with micronutrient deficiencies - is a widespread global problem, according to this article from Food Unfolded. The authors discuss innovations that combat iron malnutrition, including newer more tolerable forms of iron supplementation, multi-micronutrient powders that can be sprinkled onto ready-to-eat foods, and biofortification of staple food crops.

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Biofortification Food supplements/nutritional enhancement Malnutrition/undernourishment Micronutrient deficiencies
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25 May 2022
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