Is Enriched Food Good or Bad? A Balanced View on Added Nutrients
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6 min read
Historically, food enrichment helped combat diseases like rickets and pellagra, with global health bodies like the WHO recognizing its cost-effectiveness in tackling micronutrient deficiencies. While this practice has improved public health on a mass scale, consumers still question whether enriched food is a healthy addition to their diet or just a highly processed alternative with potential downsides.
