Browsing Health Sciences by Author "Taljaard, Christine"
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Effect of a micronutrient–fortified beverage on cognition and nutritional status of primary school children
Taljaard, Christine (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 ... -
The effect of mycotoxin exposure on the growth of infants and young children in deep rural areas of the Eastern Cape Province, South Africa
Tshalibe, Ropafadzo Shumirai (North-West University (South-Africa). Potchefstroom Campus, 2019)Malnutrition (especially undernutrition) is a global public health concern in developing countries such as South Africa (SA) and is predominately prevalent among infants and young children (IYC) less than 24 months of age. ... -
Iron status, anthropometric status and cognitive performance of black African school children aged 6–11 years in the Klerksdorp area
Taljaard, Christine (North-West University, [2011])AIM Poor iron status and under–nutrition among children are of concern not only in South Africa but worldwide. Both independent and combined associations between poor iron status, under–nutrition and cognitive development ...