Families urged to consider fortified rice to improve nutrient supply
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Why in news
Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao urged families to consume fortified rice to combat 'hidden hunger' and rising lifestyle diseases like diabetes and hypertension.
Background
Usharani Dandamundi of CSIR-CFTRI noted that 60% of Indians face 'hidden hunger' due to nutrient insecurity. Polished white rice is identified as a contributor to essential nutrient deficiencies.
Facts for Prelims
- Fact60% of Indians face 'hidden hunger' according to CSIR-CFTRI food scientist
- PostDinesh Gundu Rao is the Minister of Health and Family Welfare
For Mains
Q. Discuss the role of food fortification in addressing 'hidden hunger' and improving public health outcomes in India's diverse demographic landscape.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Nutritional gap: High prevalence of micronutrient deficiencies despite adequate caloric intake in polished rice consumption
- Public health burden: Correlation between poor micronutrient intake and rising lifestyle diseases like hypertension
- Supply chain integration: Challenges in scaling fortified staples through industry-led coalitions and public-private partnerships
Keywords: hidden hunger · food fortification · micronutrient deficiency · lifestyle diseases · nutritional security
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