Use of multiple micronutrient supplementation integrated into routine antenatal care: A discussion of research priorities.

ABSTRACT: Optimal maternal nutrition, including adequate intake and status of essential micronutrients, is important for the health of women and developing infants. Currently, the World Health Organization (WHO) Antenatal care recommendations for a positive pregnancy experience recommend daily iron and folic acid (IFA) supplementation as the standard of care. The use of multiple micronutrient supplements (MMS) is recommended in the context of rigorous research as more evidence was needed regarding the impact of switching from IFA supplements to MMS, including evaluation of critical clinical maternal and perinatal outcomes, acceptability, feasibility, sustainability, equity and cost-effectiveness. WHO convened a technical consultation of key stakeholders to discuss research priorities with the object

SUBMITTER: Firoz T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11650040 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature