Can the high prevalence of micronutrient deficiencies, stunting and overweight in children at ages 1 and 3 years in the Central Region of Limpopo province be explained by diet?

  • Ramoteme L Mamabolo
  • Nelia P Steyn
  • Marianne Alberts

Abstract

Objective: To assess whether the high prevalence of stunting and overweight accompanied by serum deficiencies of iron, folate and vitamin B12 in children at ages 1 and 3 years, can be explained by their diet.

Author Biographies

Ramoteme L Mamabolo
School of Physiology, Nutrition and Consumer Science, North-West University, Potchefstroom, North-West. MSc, MPH
Nelia P Steyn
Chronic Diseases of Lifestyle Unit, Medical Research Council, Tygerberg, W Cape. PhD, MPH.
Marianne Alberts
Medical Sciences Programme, University of Limpopo, Sovenga, Limpopo. PhD
How to Cite
Mamabolo, R., Steyn, N., & Alberts, M. (1). Can the high prevalence of micronutrient deficiencies, stunting and overweight in children at ages 1 and 3 years in the Central Region of Limpopo province be explained by diet?. South African Journal of Clinical Nutrition, 19(3). Retrieved from http://sajcn.co.za/index.php/SAJCN/article/view/146
Section
Original Research