Question

Adding micronutrients deliberately to the food products that are in deficit in the diet of a given population so as to correct or prevent identified deficiency and improve the health of individuals is known as

• A. Food fortification
• B. Food fruitification
• C. Food rancidity
• D. Food blanching

Hint:

Fortified foods are essential in addressing common deficiencies, particularly in areas where the diet lacks variety or key nutrients.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Food fortification is the process of adding essential nutrients to food to prevent or correct deficiencies in a population. Common examples include adding iodine to salt or vitamin D to milk.