Nuflower Foods & Nutrition

Malnutrition is a serious condition that affects children when their diet does not contain sufficient nutrients to support their growth. The leading causes of malnutrition are poor nutrition, reduced absorption of micronutrients, increased losses, or altered requirements. Malnutrition causes severe health issues in children under the age of 5 and in severe cases, proves to be fatal. Moderate Acute Malnutrition , while not as serious as Severe Acute Malnutrition, is harmful to children because it increases child mortality and exposure to nutrition-related diseases. MAM can be due to a low weight-for-height (wasting) or a low height-for-age (stunting) or a combination of both.   Moderate acute malnutrition (MAM) , defined as weight-for-height z-score (WHZ) between −2 and −3 or mid-upper arm circumference (MUAC) between 115 millimeters and <125 millimeters -          World Health Organization   WHY IS MODERATE ACUTE MALNUTRITION ...

Malnutrition remains the leading cause of death in young children under 5. Even a few years ago, there was no guaranteed measure to combat this deadly condition, but today, due to the awareness spread by the World Organizations, RUSF, and peanut butter manufacturers (who also happen to manufacture RUSF at a large scale) malnutrition has become a topic of inquisitiveness and people are interested in knowing how to combat this deadly condition in an effective manner. RUSF which stands for Ready-to-Use Supplementary Food is a well-accepted means to fight the effects of malnutrition in young children under 5. So much so that world organizations consider it the best possible treatment plan to restore health and healthy weight in children. RUSF is a packet food rich in roasted peanuts, milk powder, sugar, non-hydrogenated vegetables, vegetable oil, emulsifiers, and vitamin-mineral premix. The energy-intensive peanut-based RUSF paste offers an intensive energy boost coupled with a substa...

Peanut spreads are a delightful addition to the breakfast table and as a business, a very lucrative option. The global peanut spread market is forecast to witness steady growth during 2020-2025 as consumers continue to search for nutritious and healthy alternatives. Consumers' willingness to spend on peanut butter has increased because of its health benefits, making it an excellent choice for snacks and breakfasts.   The Global Peanut Spread market is all set to witness steady growth with a CAGR of 5.28% between 2020-2025.   The increasing demand for quick, easy, and on-the-go breakfast options that can be consumed anytime and anywhere has increased the demand for peanut spreads. The high protein content in peanut spreads makes them an ideal choice for people looking to meet their daily protein requirements without weighing them down or causing digestive issues such as gas or bloating.   The younger demographic is leaning towards plant-based alternatives, and...

Malnutrition occurs when a child does not receive enough nutrients to support normal growth and development. If a child does not get enough food or has poor nutrition during infancy, he or she can become stunted (low in height) or develop severe chronic illness later in life. The number of children suffering from acute malnutrition is rising worldwide. According to UNICEF, approximately 25,000 children die every day because of malnutrition and that is why UNICEF Accredited RUTF manufacturers are coming to the rescue with ready-to-use supplementary food. Malnourished children struggle to grow, learn and fight off diseases. In developing countries around the world, too many children aren't getting enough food. Malnutrition is a leading cause of death for children under age 5 worldwide In emergency-situation countries, strife and political instability make it difficult for humanitarian organizations like UNICEF to get food aid to those who need it most In some cases, severe malnut...

Acute malnutrition has been highlighted as a third-world problem for ages now - with increasing cases, especially due to lack of nutrition in the recent light of the pandemic. As a widespread serious problem affecting children in developing countries, progress towards tackling the different forms of malnutrition remains a pressing issue. A devastating epidemic in itself, malnutrition affects 55 Million children worldwide with 19 Million being extreme forms of malnutrition - Severe Acute Malnutrition (SAM).     A UNICEF statement said: Children who are severely wasted succumb to those diseases because their bodies provide virtually no protection against the bacteria, viruses, or fungi that infect them. They die because their digestive systems can no longer absorb nutrients. A severely wasted child is reduced to the most basic bodily functions. It takes all their energy just to keep breathing.   The human body is designed in a way where it takes in energy and n...

Severe acute malnutrition, also known as wasting, is the leading cause of infant deaths, almost 1 in 5. The main cause of malnutrition is the lack of nutritious food making them thin, frail, and prone to life-threatening diseases. When malnutritioned children are not cared for or given enough supplements to combat the health condition, their immune systems are weak, leaving them vulnerable to developmental delays, disease, or worse death.   In a world where the number of malnutritioned kids is alarmingly increasing, world organizations are working closely with manufacturers of fortified peanut paste to create miracles in a packet - ready-to-use therapeutic food made from peanuts. This life-saving paste is a dietary supplement that can tackle malnutrition and its lethal effects .   Thousands of children are at risk of dying from acute malnutrition if adequate therapeutic care is not provided, UNICEF warns   World organizations have time and again raised concern...

We live in a world where social media trends dictate our weekly treats and what to try over the weekend. Unconventional choices over the gram have sparked interest among food enthusiasts. Giving classics a twist of flavors seems to be the new trend, and peanut butter manufacturers have done justice by blending the classic peanut butter with sumptuous nutty flavors that tickle the palate and impart generous health benefits.   Peanuts are rich in macronutrients like proteins, fats, minerals, and healthy fats. The many benefits of peanut butter have always been a factor in making it a preferred snack. Peanuts are also well known for their part in the delectable spread known as peanut butter. Peanut butter acts as a spread, an addition to confections, snack products, and desserts.   For years, Peanut butter has been a breakfast favorite among people of all age-groups. When one thinks of peanut butter, a creamy, nutty, and crunchy flavor takes over the palate and takes one...