This is the fifth in the series of reviews developed as part of the Biomarkers of Nutrition for
Development (BOND) program. The BOND Iron Expert Panel (I-EP) reviewed the extant …

Optimized nutrition during the first 1000 days (from conception through the 2nd birthday) is
critical for healthy development and a healthy life for the newborn. Pregnancy and the …

Background Health prior to conception can significantly impact offspring health, however, a
clear definition of the attributes of the preconception population is currently lacking. We …

Anemia affects 36% of pregnant women worldwide. Of those affected, around 40% is due to
iron deficiency (ID). Iron is an essential micronutrient involved in vital processes such as …

Background Iron deficiency is the most prevalent nutrient deficiency and the most common
cause of anaemia worldwide. Because of the increased iron requirements during …

In our world today, iron deficiency (ID) is the most frequent nutritional deficiency and it is
being considered as an epidemic public health crisis. Women of reproductive age and …

Background Low birth weight (LBW) is a major cause of neonatal deaths in developing
countries including Nepal. Its social determinants in Nepal have rarely been identified. This …

Background Several international guidelines provide recommendations for the optimal
management of iron‐deficiency anemia (IDA) in the pregnant and postpartum populations …

Iron deficiency (ID), anemia, iron deficiency anemia (IDA) and excess iron
(hemoconcentration) harm maternal–fetal health. We evaluated the effectiveness of different …

Background Currently, there is no consensus regarding iron supplementation dose that is
most beneficial for maternal and offspring health during gestation. Recommended iron …