Essays about: "micronutrient"

Showing result 6 - 10 of 15 essays containing the word micronutrient.

  1. 6. Polyphosphate : the impact of polyphosphate on growth and nutrient uptake of Pelargonium x hortorum 'Mårbacka' and Petunia x hybrida 'Origami Watermelon'

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Plant Breeding (from 130101)

    Author : Rebecka Kullberg; [2016]
    Keywords : hydrolysis; orthophosphate; Pelargonium; Petunia; phosphate; plant nutrition; polyphosphate; root growth; soil chemistry;

    Abstract : Phosphorus (P) is an essential macronutrient for plants. For example, it is required for the transfer of energy, in the photosynthesis and as a component of the phospholipids in the cell membrane. Phosphorus can exist in several different forms, depending on the soil's pH-value. READ MORE

  3. 7. Determinants of Compliance to Iron Supplementation During Pregnancy in Rural Bangladesh : Secondary Data Analysis of the MINIMat Trial

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Internationell mödra- och barnhälsovård (IMCH)

    Author : Janice Messick; [2015]
    Keywords : compliance; iron supplementation; pregnancy; Bangladesh;

    Abstract : Background: Although efforts to reduce iron deficiency during pregnancy have been made, programmes often struggle with their participants’ compliance and effectiveness is low. Nevertheless, there is only little information about determinants of compliance. READ MORE

  4. 8. Prevalence of anemia and its association with socio-demographic factors and micronutrient deficiencies in 4.5-year old children in Matlab, Bangladesh: a cross-sectional follow-up study : Secondary analysis of data from the MINIMat randomized trial

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Internationell mödra- och barnhälsovård (IMCH)

    Author : Hanna Henriksson; [2015]
    Keywords : Child health; Anemia; Bangladesh;

    Abstract : Background: Anemia is a condition that can negatively impact the strength, productivity, and cognition of an individual. Underlying causes are often micronutrient deficiencies or infectious diseases. In South Asia, the prevalence of anemia in preschool children has been estimated to be as high as 47% and micronutrient deficiencies are common. READ MORE

  5. 9. Battling ”Hidden Hunger” by gardening : a kitchen garden design addressing micronutrient deficiencies in rural Tamil Nadu, South India

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Landscape Architecture, Planning and Management (from 130101)

    Author : Emil Hillve Scheller; [2013]
    Keywords : Hidden hunger ; kitchen garden; micronutrient deficiency; Landless; Tamil Nadu; India;

    Abstract : Micronutrient dificiencies, so called ”Hidden Hunger” is a wide spread global problem. Indications are that horticultural intervention through gardening could be an effective method of combatting the problem in developing countries. READ MORE

  6. 10. Improving peri-urban home gardens in Hyderabad, India

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Food Science

    Author : Karolin Andersson; Katarina Henriksson; [2012]
    Keywords : peri-urban; home garden; agriculture; food security; Hyderabad; India; Jharkhand;

    Abstract : Insufficient intake of vegetables is a reason for micronutrient deficiencies and malnutrition in developing countries. With urbanization, globalization and a growing world population it is of major importance to secure sufficient food supply for the world’s population. READ MORE