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Colombia mandates fortification of staple foods to combat nutrient deficiencies
The Colombian government has issued Decree 380 of 2026, mandating the fortification of staple foods with essential vitamins and minerals. This measure targets rice, corn flour, and wheat flour to combat widespread micronutrient deficiencies across the population.
According to the Ministry of Health, the initiative addresses critical nutritional gaps, noting that up to 36% of preschoolers suffer from zinc deficiency and 44.5% of pregnant women experience anemia due to iron deficiency. The government has stated that the fortification process will be controlled to ensure safety and absorption without altering the taste, smell, or appearance of the food products.
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- [● 2 SOURCES] The fortification mandate is established under Decree 380 of 2026. diariodelcauca.com.co · www.hsbnoticias.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Up to 36% of preschoolers in Colombia suffer from zinc deficiency. diariodelcauca.com.co · www.hsbnoticias.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] The Colombian government has mandated the fortification of basic foods with vitamins and minerals. diariodelcauca.com.co · www.hsbnoticias.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] The mandatory fortification applies to rice, corn flour, and wheat flour. diariodelcauca.com.co · www.hsbnoticias.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Approximately 44.5% of pregnant women in Colombia present anemia related to iron deficiency. diariodelcauca.com.co · www.hsbnoticias.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] The fortification process is designed not to alter the flavor, smell, or appearance of the food. diariodelcauca.com.co · www.hsbnoticias.com