Browsing by Subject "Anaemia"
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Adjusting haemoglobin values for altitude maximizes combined sensitivity and specificity to detect iron deficiency among women of reproductive age in Johannesburg, South Africa
(MDPI, 2020)In South Africa, haemoglobin (Hb) is measured to screen for iron deficiency (ID). However, low levels of Hb are only a late stage indicator of ID. Furthermore, Hb values are generally not adjusted for altitude even though ... -
Dietary intake in relation to iron status in 5-12 year old primary school children and estimated cost of a nutrient rich diet
(North-West University (South-Africa). Potchefstroom Campus, 2019)Background: Poor nutrition is one of the main causes of nutritional anaemia, with half of the cases estimated to be due to iron deficiency (ID). School-age children are at high risk of these nutritional disorders due to ... -
Effect of a micronutrient–fortified beverage on cognition and nutritional status of primary school children
(North-West University, 2012)Childhood micronutrient deficiencies have negative effects on cognition. Little is known about the effects of combined consumption of micronutrients and sugar on growth and cognitive function. The aim of this thesis was ... -
Efficacy of lipid nutrient supplements on growth and micronutrient status in infants
(North-West University (South Africa) , Potchefstroom Campus, 2016)Background: Stunting or linear growth failure occurs as result of poor maternal nutrition and suboptimal health and/or feeding practices. Small-quantity lipid-based nutrient supplements (SQ-LNS) are promising home fortificants ... -
Intake and status of iron and fatty acids during pregnancy in association with birth outcomes in women residing in urban South Africa
(North-West University (South-Africa). Potchefstroom Campus, 2019)Nutrient requirements increase during pregnancy and women are vulnerable to inadequate nutritional status during this period of rapid foetal growth. Poor dietary intake and nutritional status during pregnancy have been ... -
Interventions to prevent iron deficiency during the first 1000 days in low-income and middle-income countries: recent advances and challenges
(Wolters Kluwer, 2019)Purpose of review Iron deficiency remains highly prevalent in women and young children in low-income and middle-income countries. To prevent the potentially life-long consequences of iron deficiency when occurring during ...
