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Closing the iodine gap: Strengthening the foundations of a healthier Philippines
August 12, 2026
Vitamin A, iodine, iron, zinc and folate are essential micronturients that ensure people can be healthy and thrive. This report reviews how each of these vital micronutrients affect human health, the implications of micronutrient deficiencies, provides recommendations for micronutrient programs, and explains how investments in this area greatly affect human capital.