Double Fortified Salt in India Fails to Address Micronutrient Deficiencies
Micronutrient deficiencies are a big problem in India, especially for children and women. Iodine and iron deficiencies are common, along with others like Vitamin B12 and Zinc. Adding extra nutrients to food, like salt, can help fight these deficiencies. Salt fortified with iodine has been successful in preventing iodine deficiency disorders. Now, a new technology called Double Fortified Salt (DFS) adds iron and iodine to salt to tackle both iodine and iron deficiencies at the same time.