Micronutrients & recovery
Consuming biofortified staple crops (iron beans, pearl millet, orange sweet potato, maize) significantly improves micronutrient status (hemoglobin, serum ferritin, vitamin A stores) in deficient populations compared to conventional crops.
To improve nutrition, incorporate biofortified staple crops like iron beans, pearl millet, or orange sweet potato into your regular diet. These crops are bred to contain higher levels of essential nutrients like iron and vitamin A, helping to prevent deficiencies common in areas with limited dietary diversity. Look for these crops in local markets or grow them if you are a farmer.
Biofortified staple crops, when consumed regularly, will generate measureable improvements in human health and nutrition.
Why this rating
Multiple randomized controlled efficacy trials are cited showing significant improvements in biomarkers (hemoglobin, serum ferritin, vitamin A status).
Source
Improving nutrition through biofortification: A review of evidence from HarvestPlus, 2003 through 2016
Howarth E. Bouis et al. · Global Food Security · 2017
DOI 10.1016/j.gfs.2017.01.009
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