Document Type
Article
Publication Date
4-1-2025
Keywords
food fortification, vitamin A, hidden hunger, food policy, policy design
Abstract
Vitamin A fortification plays a crucial role in achieving long-term economic development in developing countries by supporting the growth and development of human capital. While fortification programs involve a range of nutritional, agricultural, economic, and political considerations, there is a lack of a comprehensive overview of the topic in the literature. Our review highlights the importance of holistic approach in designing fortification programs: the effective program should consider (a) the agronomic, economic, and administrative capability of the target regions in regard of fortification method and vehicle to maximize effectiveness; (b) strategies to ensure the producers' and consumers' adoption to enhance uptake rate; and (c) evaluate outcomes with respect to economic metrics rather than focusing solely on before-and-after comparison to avoid biased assessment.
Citation
Han J, Durand-Morat A and Mottaleb K (2025) Vitamin A fortification: key factors and considerations for effective implementation. Front. Public Health 13:1534375. doi: 10.3389/fpubh.2025.1534375
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