The EAT-Lancet commission recently suggested that transformation to healthy diets by 2050
will require a reduction of at least 50% in consumption of foods such as red meat and sugar …

The influence of data and recommendations from developed countries on nutrition guidance
has overshadowed recognition of the key micronutrients and protein contributed by red meat …

Background Malnutrition, anemia, micronutrient deficiency and parasitic infections continue
to impact the nutritional status and health of children in lower-income countries. However …

Background Although iron deficiency is considered to be the main cause of anemia in
children worldwide, other contributors to childhood anemia remain little studied in …

Background Substantial evidence indicates that children's physical fitness levels are
markers of their lifestyles and their cardio-metabolic health profile and are predictors of the …

Vitamin B12 deficiency poses a health concern, especially in vulnerable populations.
Dietary vitamin B12 intake was obtained by two 24 h dietary recalls and food propensity …

Background Micronutrient deficiency is a global health burden, especially among
developing countries. The present cross‐sectional study aimed to determine the prevalence …

ObjectiveSnacking has been related to increased prevalence of overweight among school-
age children in cross-sectional studies. It is uncertain, however, whether snacking influences …

Background Folate and vitamin B12 are essential nutrients, whose deficiencies are
considerable public health problems worldwide, affecting all age groups. Low levels of these …

Abstract In 2004, Bogotá's Secretary of Education (SED) initiated a snack program in public
primary schools. A midmorning food ration was provided free of charge to children to …