Iron deficiency is one of the most common forms of nutrient deficiency around the world. We argue that fortifying foods with iron could provide a one-stop solution to bridge nutrient gaps caused by inadequate dietary intake. Since iron-fortification strategies have the potential to prevent deficiencies in many countries, including New Zealand, we argue that introducing iron to our foods may …
Is a vegan diet healthy for children? Coupled with new scientific insights on plant-based diets from researchers around the world, that experience could also help parents answer a crucial question: is a vegan diet safe for children? "Although the number of children in our study was relatively small, this is the largest study of its kind ever performed specifically in …
