Nutrient Boost
Super Crops
Health Matters
Challenges
100

This nutrient, often lacking in diets, is increased in biofortified rice to combat blindness in children.

Vitamin A

100

This yellow fruit, popular in tropical regions, is being biofortified with more vitamin B6. What is it?

Banana

100

Biofortification primarily aims to reduce the prevalence of these types of diseases caused by poor nutrition.  

Malnutrition

100

Why do some communities reject biofortified crops?

Cultural preferences and unfamiliarity with modified crops.

200

Biofortification often targets this mineral to reduce anemia in populations with limited meat consumption.

Iron

200

Scientists are enhancing this tropical tree crop with omega-3 fatty acids to improve heart health. What is it?

coconut

200

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200

What environmental factor limits the nutrient uptake of biofortified plants?

 

Poor soil quality.

300

Biofortification combats deficiencies in this vitamin responsible for strengthening bones by improving calcium absorption.

Vitamin D

300

What biofortified crop has been engineered to produce higher levels of essential omega-6 fatty acids

 

Soybeans

300

Consuming biofortified foods with antioxidants can help reduce the risk of what type of chronic disease?

Cardiovascular diseases.

300

What is a common regulatory concern regarding biofortified genetically modified (GMO) crops?

Public safety and ethical issues.

400

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400

Name the biofortified grain crop being enhanced with iron and zinc to improve diets in developing regions.

Maize/Corn

400

How does iron biofortification improve cognitive development in children?

By enhancing oxygen transport in the brain.

400

What is the economic advantage and disadvantage simultaneously of biofortified crops in terms of market value?

They fetch higher prices due to their added nutritional benefits.

500

Biofortification often targets this mineral because it is critical for immune function and growth.

Zinc

500

What highly nutritious pseudocereal has been promoted as a natural source of protein, fiber, and essential amino acids?

 

Quinoa

500

Which organization leads the global effort to promote biofortification as a sustainable solution for malnutrition?

HarvestPlus

500

Which global issue complicates the widespread adoption of biofortification technologies?

 Climate change affecting crop growth and nutrient levels.

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