The Simple Sweet Potato Improves Health

Malnutrition: Finding a Solution in Staple Crops

Today, 2 billion people in the developing world are malnourished. Malnutrition is fueled by diets that primarily consist of starchy staple foods, which are ample in calories but low in many essential vitamins and nutrients.

The consequences are dire, especially for children. Enhancing staple crops with vitamins is one promising way to tackle malnutrition.

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