Zinc fortification is not a silver bullet for eliminating zinc deficiency but has the potential to improve dietary zinc intake and related health outcomes at the population level. In our latest resource, we share key facts about zinc deficiency globally and the potential impact of fortifying staple foods with zinc, alongside other micronutrients.
More than one billion people are at risk of inadequate zinc intake.
Large-scale food fortification (LSFF) with zinc can halve the proportion at risk of inadequate zinc intake globally.
LSFF with zinc is effective, safe and cost-effective.
LSFF with zinc can serve as a key nutrition strategy in countries where zinc deficiency is a public health problem.
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