India, Oct. 22 -- Many people assume that eating three meals a day, maintaining a healthy body weight, and following a reasonably balanced diet automatically meets their nutritional needs. However, adequate food intake does not always translate into adequate vitamin and mineral intake or absorption.

"India continues to face a substantial burden of anemia and micronutrient deficiencies. The National Family Health Survey-5 (NFHS-5) reported anemia among 57.2% of non-pregnant women aged 15-49 years and 52.2% of pregnant women in India. The Comprehensive National Nutrition Survey (CNNS) also identified important micronutrient gaps among adolescents, including vitamin D and vitamin B12 deficiency, with iron deficiency being common in this age...