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The silent tragic reality of Hidden Hunger, anaemia, and neural-tube defects

Hidden hunger arising from iron, folate and vitamin B12 is highly prevalent in India with increased negative impact on pregnancy and foetal neurodevelopment. Development of a comprehensive strategy should be a national priority to ensure all women and adolescent girls receive these nutrients in sufficient amounts

The Lancet Antony et al. November 2022
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