A third of Malaysian children lack enough iron for good health


Children with IDA can have various symptoms, including lack of focus, fatigue, weakness, dizziness, brittle nails and pale skin. — Freepik

Iron is an important mineral for optimal child growth and development.

It is especially needed to make haemoglobin – the protein contained in red blood cells that is responsible for the delivery of oxygen to the rest of the body.

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