ASSESSMENT AND IMPROVEMENT OF DIETARY INTAKE OF MICRONUTRIENTS (ZINC, IRON AND COPPER): A TRIAL OF COMMON BEANS (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) IN MAKUENI, KENYA. KU Leuven
Background: Under nutrition continues to be a challenge in Kenya with micronutrient deficiencies being prevalent. Legumes are affordable and very good sources of proteins, vitamins and minerals. Their consumption remains low, possibly due to concerns about flatulence, long cooking times and attitudes that view them as inferior foods. They are widely available in Kenya therefore promoting consumption of their improved products would have high ...