A major factor contributing to the decline in iron deficiency anemia among poor preschool children in the U.S.is

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The WIC program is specifically designed to provide nutrition assistance and education to low-income pregnant, breastfeeding, and postpartum women and their young children, including infants and toddlers up to age 5. The program provides iron-fortified formulas and cereals to infants, which helps to prevent iron deficiency anemia. This targeted approach to addressing nutritional needs in vulnerable populations has been effective in reducing iron deficiency anemia among poor preschool children in the U.S.

A Major Factor Contributing to the Decline in Iron Deficiency