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Over 80% of India’s population suffers from micronutrient deficiencies, resulting in weakened immune systems.
According to the consensus of Bayer’s Consumer Health Division, more than 2 billion people worldwide suffer from MiNDs (Micronutrient Deficiencies), nearly half of whom live in India.
Sandeep Verma, country head of Bayer’s consumer health division in India, said in a statement, “The doctor’s consensus paper has identified a growing problem in India, with the majority of us at risk of MiND. are exposed to
“Severe deficiencies in multiple micronutrients, coupled with malnutrition and lifestyle-related factors, contribute to the rise in micronutrient deficiencies in India,” Verma added.
Fatigue, insomnia, lack of energy, malaise and anorexia are the first signs of hidden hunger and a weakened immune system, according to a consensus based on a National Advisory Board of 21 Indian health professionals. was found to contribute to
Pregnant women consume less than 50% of the essential micronutrients they need, the report says.
The report found MiNDs to be highly prevalent in more than 62% of urban and semi-urban adults, due to poor eating habits, inadequate diets, and prevalence of anemia that leads to deficiencies of multiple micronutrients. says.
Additionally, the consensus reported how deficiencies in these micronutrients are directly related to reduced immunity and viral respiratory infections.
Scientific evidence shows that zinc, vitamin A, vitamin C, and vitamin D are some of the most important micronutrients that help boost immunity and influence the risk and clinical course of viral respiratory infections. give
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