Iron deficiency is the single most prevalent nutritional deficiency worldwide. It accounts for
anemia in 5% of American women and 2% of American men. The goal of this review article …

MALNUTRITION, WITH ITS 2 CONSTITUENTS of protein–energy malnutrition and
micronutrient deficiencies, continues to be a major health burden in developing countries. It …

Anaemia affects a quarter of the global population, including 293 million (47%) children
younger than 5 years and 468 million (30%) non-pregnant women. In addition to anaemia's …

The primary role of minerals in foods is to provide a reliable source of essential nutrients in a
balanced and bioavailable form. Major minerals include calcium, phosphorus, magnesium …

Undernutrition and micronutrient deficiencies contribute substantially to the global burden of
disease (Ezzati and others 2002). Impoverished communities experience high rates of …

The highest prevalence of anemia exists in the developing world where its causes are multi-
factorial. Anemia is responsible for significant morbidity and mortality, particularly in less …

Iron deficiency is a concern in both developing and developed (industrialized) countries;
and young women are particularly vulnerable. This review investigates dietary determinants …

A cross-sectional community-based study with analytic component was conducted among
Ethiopian women during June-July 2005 to assess the magnitude of anaemia and …

Background Given that micronutrient deficiency, neglected intestinal parasitic infections
(IPIs) and poor socioeconomic status are closely linked, we conducted a cross-sectional …

Background The global burden of anemia is large especially in sub-Saharan Africa, where
HIV is common and lifestyles are changing rapidly with urbanization. The effects of these …