Misconceptions that government-distributed fortified rice is artificial, or ‘plastic’ rice have caused fear. Additionally, there are concerns that iron-fortified foods lead to overconsumption of ...

Fortified rice is enriched with essential vitamins and minerals that may be lacking in traditional white rice. The most common nutrients added are iron, folic acid, zinc, and vitamins A and B.

The Food Corporation of India (FCI) on Monday has launched an awareness campaign in Kakinada district to educate the public ...

Consumers have to pay an additional Rs5 per kilo for the fortified rice, which is blended in Kathmandu, Surkhet, Janakpur and ...

This has led to the fortification of rice, which has emerged as a sustainable & cost-effective measure for providing nutrition to people globally. The worldwide food and beverage sector is anticipated ...

New Delhi: The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved continuation of the universal supply of fortified rice under all schemes of the Government including Pradhan ...

Kenya is at the forefront of food fortification, boosting the availability of vital micronutrients such as zinc, iron, vitamin A, and B vitamins.