Vitamin A is essential for multiple functions in mammals. Without vitamin A, mammals cannot
grow, reproduce, or fight off disease. Because of its numerous functions in humans …

The ability of nutrition scientists to measure the status, bioavailability, and bioefficacy of
micronutrients is affected by lack of access to the parts of the body through which a nutrient …

Green leafy vegetables (GLVs) are a blessing for a safe and healthier life and have been in
use for centuries. They are considered as an essential part of the diet to meet the daily …

Vitamin A is essential for growth, reproduction and immunity. Biomarkers of vitamin A status
are diverse, in part, due to its functions. Liver reserves of vitamin A are considered the gold …

Vitamin A deficiency (VAD) is a public health problem in Ghana. Research on the orange
flesh sweetpotato root has been given prominence because of its high β-carotene content as …

Background Serum retinol and retinol-binding protein (RBP) concentrations are commonly
used biomarkers of vitamin A deficiency (VAD); however, evidence indicates that they are …

Leafy vegetables serve as the base of soups, a significant component of Ghanaian food
recipes. The varying climatic conditions across Ghana and inefficient food distribution …

Introduction Dromedary camels robustly withstand dehydration, and the rough desert
environment but the adaptation mechanisms are not well understood. One of these …

Background Home fortification using sachets of micronutrient powder (eg “Sprinkles”) is a
food-based approach offering an alternative to high dose vitamin A (VA) supplements for …

Food-based approaches such as dietary diversification, nutrient retention and biofortification
combined with nutrition education can be effective in eliminating micronutrient deficiencies …