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The Beneficial Impact of Iron-Fortified Complementary Feeding in the Burden of Iron Deficiency Anaemia (IDA) in Children of Bangladesh

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Fortifying food with iron is the most cost-effective way to avoid iron deficiency anemia, a global public health crisis. In addition to choosing the appropriate dietary context for ingestion, it is critical to choose the appropriate iron form and food carrier. Among the increased hazards include low birth weight and preterm delivery. Children with IDA have slower development, worse cognitive performance, and lower levels of physical activity. In women, it also raises the risk of morbidity and death. The amount of iron required in the diet, one's socioeconomic status, and overall health are all crucial factors to take into account. To combat IDA, a variety of dietary approaches, iron-fortified foods, supplements, and disease management techniques have all been employed. Nowadays, food fortification with iron is seen to be a long-term, sustainable solution. To be effective, the iron fortification program's food transporters and fortificants must be deemed safe, pleasant, and acceptable by the target population. It also shouldn't have a detrimental effect on the stability and acceptance of the finished product. This article provides a thorough summary of the current state of iron deficiency in women and children in Bangladesh. This study addresses current issues as well as the efficacy of current therapeutic strategies. Prevention-focused treatments ought to take precedence over treatment-focused ones in high-risk populations. Unknown are the long-term benefits, and unfavorable outcomes are possible. Despite the tremendous progress made, several plans and initiatives are still being supported. These issues are to coverage, quality, and compliance. The findings suggest that iron deficiency and anemia are still major problems in Bangladesh, despite the fact that certain severe deficiencies have been addressed by current intervention efforts. There is a need for more integrated solutions to assist current intervention efforts. Furthermore, new approaches to the management of certain types of iron deficiency anemia are proposed.

Published in World Journal of Food Science and Technology (Volume 8, Issue 1)
DOI 10.11648/j.wjfst.20240801.12
Page(s) 14-22
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Keywords

Iron Deficiency Anemia, Fortified Infant Cereals, Iron-Fortified Complementary Feeding, Infants and Young Children, Health Economics Bangladesh

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  • Department of Pediatrics, President Abdul Hamid Medical College, Kishorgonj, Bangladesh

  • Department of Pediatrics, Habiganj Sadar Hospital, Habigonj, Bangladesh

  • Department of Pediatrics, President Abdul Hamid Medical College, Kishorgonj, Bangladesh

  • Department of Pediatrics, Jahurul Islam Medical College and Hospital, Kishorgonj, Bangladesh

  • Department of Pediatrics, Brahmanbaria Medical College Hospital, Brahmanbaria, Bangladesh

  • Department of Pediatrics, Sheikh Hasina Medical College, Habigonj, Bangladesh

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