Unilever : How micronutrients are packing a punch against malnutrition

And they are not alone. Reliance on a small number of plant and animal species is making it increasingly difficult for people to get the nutrition they need. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), 2 billion people globally are affected by micronutrient deficiency, resulting in a wide range of health issues. Fortifying everyday foods with small, safe doses of essential micronutrients can help fill the nutritional gap.

Globally, Unilever already sells millions of servings of fortified foods every day, not just in bouillons and soups, but also in porridge, hot drinks and even ice creams in Turkey. The micronutrient which a product is fortified with is always tailored to meet the needs of people in that country.

In Kenya, for example, Royco bouillon powders are fortified with iron, while in Thailand Knorr Pot Porridge is iodine fortified. In all cases, the aim is to deliver at least 15% of the recommended daily dose for nutrients, providing a lifeline for people living on insufficient diets.

Now, thanks to Unilever's Future Foods commitment to help people transition to healthier diets, our fortified foods portfolio is set to rise. As part of the Future Foods initiative, we have pledged to double the number of nutrition-positive products we produce by 2025. This will include foods fortified with micronutrients as well as products packed with impactful amounts of vegetables, fruit and protein.

Enjoyed in 379 million homes every year, Knorr is committed to using its scale and reach to support this initiative by inspiring people to make healthier, more planet-friendly food choices every day. Through products, programmes and partnerships, Knorr aims to help facilitate the transition to a more sustainable way of eating.