Child stunting reduction is the first of 6 goals in the Global Nutrition Targets for 2025 and a
key indicator in the second Sustainable Development Goal of Zero Hunger. The prevalence …

Linear growth failure is the most common form of undernutrition globally. With an estimated
165 million children below 5 years of age affected, stunting has been identified as a major …

Micronutrients, namely, vitamins and minerals, are necessary for the proper functioning of
the human body, and their deficiencies can have dramatic short‐and long‐term health …

Plants, animals and humans, are colonized by microorganisms (microbiota) and transiently
exposed to countless others. The microbiota affects the development and function of …

Background Nutritional interventions to prevent stunting of infants and young children are
most often applied in rural areas in low‐and middle‐income countries (LMIC). Few …

Lactobacillaceae are a diverse family of lactic acid bacteria found in the gut microbiota of
humans and many animals. These bacteria exhibit beneficial effects on intestinal health …

Melatonin influences intestinal microbiota and the pathogenesis of various diseases. This
study was conducted to explore whether melatonin alleviates weanling stress through …

Abstract Purpose of Review Calcium and vitamin D supplementation is recommended for
patients at high risk of fracture and/or for those receiving pharmacological osteoporosis …

Micronutrient deficiencies are a worldwide public health concern. Emerging evidence
supports the ability of probiotics to enhance micronutrient status, which could aid in the …

Respiratory infections place a heavy burden on the health care system, particularly in the
winter months. Individuals with a vulnerable immune system, such as very young children …