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Abstract: The poor micronutrient status of children in developing countries has been attributed partially to a heavy reliance on plant-based diets. 66 Ghanaian children aged 2 to 5 y were recruited from 2 farming and 2 fishing communities to assess the contribution of animal source foods (ASF) to the total iron intake. Dietary data were collected on 2 d using weighed food records and hemoglobin (Hb) was measured. Daily intakes of iron for children in farming and fishing communities were 10.6