Multiple micronutrient powder

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Multiple Micronutrient Powder

Multiple Micronutrient Powder (MMP), pronounced as /ˈmʌltɪpl ˌmaɪkrəʊˈnjuːtrɪənt ˈpaʊdər/, is a dietary supplement that contains a blend of vitamins and minerals. The etymology of the term is derived from the Latin multus meaning "many", the Greek micros meaning "small", and nutrient from the Latin nutrire meaning "to nourish".

MMP is often used in public health interventions to improve the nutritional status of populations at risk of malnutrition, particularly among children and pregnant women in low-income countries. The powder is typically sprinkled onto food before consumption, providing essential vitamins and minerals that may be lacking in the diet.

Composition

The composition of MMP can vary, but it typically includes a range of essential vitamins and minerals. These may include Vitamin A, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Vitamin E, Vitamin K, Folic Acid, Iron, Zinc, Copper, Selenium, and Iodine.

Usage

MMP is often used in public health interventions to combat malnutrition. It is particularly beneficial for children and pregnant women who may be at risk of micronutrient deficiencies due to inadequate dietary intake. The powder is typically sprinkled onto food before consumption, making it an easy and effective way to improve nutritional status.

Related Terms

  • Micronutrient: A nutrient required in small quantities for normal growth and development.
  • Malnutrition: A condition that results from eating a diet in which one or more nutrients are either not enough or are too much.
  • Dietary Supplement: A product intended to supplement the diet that bears or contains one or more of the following dietary ingredients: a vitamin, a mineral, an herb or other botanical, an amino acid, a dietary substance for use by man to supplement the diet by increasing the total dietary intake.

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