The Claim
Consumption of fortified infant cereal is associated with a higher mean adequacy ratio (MAR) in infants aged 6 to 12 months in Brazil, the UAE, and the USA, reflecting improved overall diet quality in populations where complementary feeding lacks sufficient micronutrient-dense foods.
What the research says
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Infants aged 6 to 12 months who eat fortified infant cereal have higher mean adequacy ratios, indicating better overall diet quality, particularly in countries where other complementary foods lack essential micronutrients.
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Fortified infant cereal consumption is associated with higher mean adequacy ratio (MAR) in infants aged 6 to 12 months across Brazil, the UAE, and the USA, indicating improved overall diet quality, particularly in countries where complementary feeding lacks sufficient micronutrient-dense foods.
When infants eat fortified cereal, the added vitamins and minerals enter their digestive system, get absorbed into the blood, and reach their tissues, which allows their bodies to use these nutrients properly for growth and function.
What the research says
1 studyBabies who ate fortified cereal got more of the important vitamins and minerals their bodies need, and their overall diet was healthier compared to babies who didn’t eat it — especially in places where other healthy foods are hard to find.
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