premix of iron folic acid

Enriching Flour with Iron and Folic Acid

A significant portion of the global population suffers from hidden hunger and micronutrient deficiencies. Anemia, iron deficiency, is a common problem resulting from a lack of these compounds, and various solutions are employed worldwide to combat it. Enriching flour with iron and micronutrients is a major strategy in Iran and some other countries to prevent micronutrient deficiencies and sustainably address anemia in the long term.

Consequences of Iron Deficiency Anemia

The most prevalent type of anemia globally is iron deficiency anemia, primarily caused by iron deficiency, and can lead to:

• Increased maternal mortality risk
• Fetal growth restriction and mortality
• Slower child growth
• Growth disorders and physical developmental delays in children
• Reduced physical activity, mental focus, and productivity across all age groups

Unique Features of This System and Product

• Product Granularity Variety: The product offers a range of granularity options based on microencapsule types available in the factory, catering to the requests of dear customers.
• Specialized Equipment: Certain specialized devices used in this production line ensure the complete blending of various micronutrients in the final product, preventing clumping in the microencapsule device.
• Even Distribution: Another key feature is the complete distribution of micronutrients present in the premix across the flour produced in factories.

Food Enrichment Explained

Enrichment involves adding one or more nutritional substances to food to compensate for deficiencies in the community. Iron enrichment is considered an effective and safe solution, making it the best approach to combat iron deficiency anemia in many countries. Given that bread is the primary food for many Iranians, and the average daily bread consumption is approximately 320 grams, bread is an ideal carrier for enrichment. In this program, desired nutrients like iron and folic acid are injected into various types of flour using a microencapsule device for enrichment. The reasons for enriching flour with micronutrients, including iron and folic acid, are:

1. Centralized production of enriched flour
2. Ease and low cost of flour enrichment technology
3. High consumption percentage