Mysuru: CSIR-CFTRI launched a nutrition intervention initiative aimed at improving the nutritional status of the Severely Acute Malnourished (SAM) children in Mysuru with the participation of Women and Child Development Department, Government of Karnataka and Spirulina Foundation, Tumakuru.
About 140 SAM children identified by the District Administration will be provided with Weekly Packs consisting of selected nutrition supplements such as Spirulina Chikki, High Protein Biscuits, High Protein Rusks, Energy Food along with Sesame Paste (burfi), Fortified Mango bar etc. for a period of 6 months. The children will be served with one of these supplements every day to enhance their macro and micro-nutrient status.
