Animal source foods, rich in essential amino acids, are important for linear growth and development of young children in low‐ and middle‐income countries

• Main Authors: Panam Parikh (Author), Richard Semba (Author), Mark Manary (Author), Sumathi Swaminathan (Author), Emorn Udomkesmalee (Author), Rolf Bos (Author), Bee Koon Poh (Author), Nipa Rojroongwasinkul (Author), Jan Geurts (Author), Rini Sekartini (Author), Tran Thuy Nga (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Wiley, 2022-01-01T00:00:00Z.
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Abstract Growth faltering under 5 years of age is unacceptably high worldwide, and even more children, while not stunted, fail to reach their growth potential. The time between conception and 2 years of age is critical for development. The period from 6 to 23 months, when complementary foods are int...