FORTIFIED FOOD PRODUCTS: IMPORTANCE AND IMPACT ON HUMAN HEALTH
Keywords:
fortified foods, micronutrients, vitamins, minerals, healthAbstract
This paper discusses the significance of fortified food products in improving human health. It highlights their role in addressing micronutrient deficiencies and their benefits for public health. The study emphasizes the global and local practices of food fortification and its potential to enhance nutritional status.
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