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Laillou A., Pfanner S., Chan T., Chea C., Mam B., Sambath P., Vonthanak S., Wieringa Franck. (2016). Beyond effectiveness. The adversities of implementing a fortification program : a case study on the quality of iron fortification of fish and soy sauce in Cambodia. Nutrients, 8 (2), p. art. 94 [8 p.]. ISSN 2072-6643.

Titre du document
Beyond effectiveness. The adversities of implementing a fortification program : a case study on the quality of iron fortification of fish and soy sauce in Cambodia
Année de publication
2016
Type de document
Article référencé dans le Web of Science WOS:000371827600034
Auteurs
Laillou A., Pfanner S., Chan T., Chea C., Mam B., Sambath P., Vonthanak S., Wieringa Franck
Source
Nutrients, 2016, 8 (2), p. art. 94 [8 p.] ISSN 2072-6643
Fortification of fish and soy sauces is a cost-effective strategy to deliver and increase iron intake in the Cambodian diet, as both are widely consumed by the entire population. In order to qualify as fortified sauces recognized by international regulations, iron content must be between 230 and 460 mg/L, whilst nitrogen and salt should contain no less than 10 g/L and 200 g/L respectively. This survey aims to analyze the progress of the fortification program. Through a better understanding of its obstacles and successes, the paper will then consider approaches to strengthen the program. Two hundred and fifty two samples were collected from 186 plants and 66 markets in various provinces. They were then analyzed for iron, nitrogen and salt content. The study demonstrates that 74% of fortified fish and soy sauces comply with Cambodian regulations on iron content. 87% and 53.6% of the collected samples do not have adequate level of nitrogen and salt content, respectively. The paper will discuss additional efforts that need to be implemented to ensure the sustainability of the project, including the need to: (i) comply with International Codex; (ii) adopt mandatory legislation; and (iii) ensure enforcement.
Plan de classement
Nutrition, alimentation [054]
Description Géographique
CAMBODGE
Localisation
Fonds IRD [F B010066682]
Identifiant IRD
fdi:010066682
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