Iron deficiency is the most prevalent micronutrient deficiency in the world, affects more than 2 billion people. In Asia it affects about half of all children and more than 70 percent of all women. The main cause of iron deficiency in Asia is chronic inadequate dietary intake. This low iron intake has been attributed to many factors, including lack of health awareness, role of heath department and coordination among government rural food establishments. Indeed, the Asian diet is dominated by consumption of polished rice, a poor micronutrient source, the population suffers from multiple micronutrient deficiencies. This concern needs immediate attention within a year, otherwise one million more people can have adverse health effects. This issue is alarming and can lead to double in next six months if not considered

Iron deficiency is the most prevalent micronutrient deficiency in the world, affects more than 2 billion people. In Asia it affects about half of all children and more than 70 percent of all women. The main cause of iron deficiency in Asia is chronic inadequate dietary intake. This low iron intake has been attributed to many factors, including lack of health awareness, role of heath department and coordination among government rural food establishments. Indeed, the Asian diet is dominated by consumption of polished rice, a poor micronutrient source, the population suffers from multiple micronutrient deficiencies. This concern needs immediate attention within a year, otherwise one million more people can have adverse health effects. This issue is alarming and can lead to double in next six months if not considered

Nutrition Now

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ISBN:9781337415408

Author:Brown

Publisher:Brown

Chapter33: Aspects Of Global Nutrition

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