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The Role of Specific Micronutrients in Light of Their Importance in Contributing to Preterm Low Birth Weight Infants

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Background: This article gives a comprehensive analysis of the current situation pertaining to the most important micronutrients contained in BD. Major Micronutrient Deficiency (MND) and Their Crucial Role This article discusses preterm infants with low birth weight, sufficient supplemental feeding, and nutritional fortification in the treatment of MND. In Bangladesh, preterm birth significantly increases the risk of vitamin deficiency (MND). The significance of micronutrients and the practice of supplementing the diets of infants with low birth weight in Bangladesh with micronutrients are explored. Micronutrient insufficiency is a big concern in rural Bangladesh (MND). Since the 1980s, the micronutrient status of children and women has been examined using data from nationwide surveys and select small surveys. Recent research finds that the majority of pregnant and breastfeeding women are anemic. Numerous factors, including insufficient diet, poor hygiene, illness, and infestation, may contribute to high levels of deficiencies. In a number of areas (such as quality and compliance), progress has been achieved, but there are still significant challenges to overcome. Despite the fact that existing intervention programs have had some success in treating the severe deficiencies, micronutrient deficiencies in Bangladesh remain a substantial problem, according to the report. Result: Most newborns with LBW were stunted by 24 months. MM boosted neonatal iron and zinc, and maternal vitamin D. My study found a favorable link between maternal micronutrient level and infant status for Ferritin, Vitamin, Zinc, folate, and vitamin B-12. MM is better than IFA. My study also indicated a decrease in anemia. Conclusion: Most vitamins and minerals are inadequate in children under 24 months' supplemental meals. Inadequacy does not explain the study's high stunting rate. After controlling for other causes, low birth weight is the leading cause of infant stunting. Improving the supplement's nutritional quality is crucial for development. This may not be adequate to reduce newborn stunting. Further study should discover synergistic techniques to reduce stunting and improve maternal health.

Published in International Journal of Nutrition and Food Sciences (Volume 11, Issue 5)
DOI 10.11648/j.ijnfs.20221105.18
Page(s) 170-176
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Micronutrients, Low-Birth Weight, Preterm, Pregnancy, Maternal, Neonatal

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