Publication
Vitamin A fortification of Philippine flowing-type peanut butter
Details
Author(s):
FCF Galvez; MLDL Francisco; AO Lustre; AVA Resurreccion; MA Padua; EV Edra
Type of Document:
Conference Proceeding or Document
Publisher/Journal:
Institute of Food Technologists
Date of Publication:
1999
Place of Publication:
Not Available
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Description
Abstract: Vitamin A deficiency continues to be a public health problem in the Philippines, as evidenced by the 34% subclinical prevalence of the disorder. The Philippine Plan of Action for Nutrition includes fortification of staple foods and widely consumed food products. Peanuts are a very popular food item in this country with peanut butter being the most widely consumed peanut product, particularly the sweet, flowing-type.
