Objectives: This study determined caregivers'(mothers') acceptability and perceptions of a
soft, white maize porridge (traditional complementary food (TCF)) that was modified by …

The population of Malawi is just over 14 million (1). The staple crop in Malawi is maize, but
in the past 10 years Malawi has experienced at least five severe droughts and a number of …

Poor complementary feeding is a common practice in developing regions, including South
Africa (SA), and is one of the main contributing factors to childhood malnutrition. This paper …

Background: Moringa oleifera leaf powder (MLP) is a nutrient-rich and readily available food
resource that has the potential to improve the micronutrient quality of complementary foods …

Adequate nutrition is widely recognized as an essential element for a healthy and productive
lifestyle. However, poor nutrition, which leads to preventable health challenges, remains a …

Moringa oleifera is a nutrient-rich plant, known as a miracle tree, and commonly used as a
food supplement. Despite its popularity, there are scant empirical findings on its real …

Severe wasting affects 16 million children globally, while 159 million children have stunted
growth. In South Africa, some 2.3 million children are undernourished. Snacking plays a …

Adequate nutrition is fundamental for optimal human well-being and productivity. Mahewu, a
non-alcoholic cereal grain beverage, is prepared in many rural settings in southern Africa by …

Purpose Inadequacies in several micronutrients in complementary foods, notably iron, zinc,
calcium, vitamin A, vitamin B6 and riboflavin have been reported. Moringa oleifera leaf …

In Zambia, chronic malnutrition still is one of the most common problem among children. To
fight against malnutrition, the easiest short-term solution could be to combine specific types …