Abstract
Micronutrient deficiencies (MNDs) during early life are associated with adverse outcomes. Globally, iron deficiency is the most common MND and is particularly common in the first two years of life. Iron is crucial for neurodevelopment, cognition, and immunity. The composition of complementary feeds influences the overall health of an infant. Plant-based complementary foods do not provide enough iron to meet the nutrient needs during 6–23 months of age. Furthermore, the quantities of animal-source foods given to infants are generally inadequate to meet the iron gap. To address this issue, the use of iron-fortified complementary foods should be promoted.
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