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Vitamin D is a fat-soluble nutrient essential for calcium absorption, bone health, immune function, and muscle strength. Produced in the skin via sunlight exposure and found in limited foods (fatty fish, fortified products), it is often taken as a supplement (600–800 IU daily for most adults) to treat deficiencies that cause weak bones, such as rickets and osteomalacia.
The primary objectives of the CFQS include:
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Research and Development: Fostering high quality research to improve the production of fortified foods and address emerging nutritional challenges.
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Quality Assurance: Establishing robust quality control and quality assurance systems to ensure technical specifications of fortified products are met consistently.
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Capacity Building: Developing human resources through specialized training for the food industry and regulatory bodies.
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Policy Support: Conducting policy research and preparing technical documents to support the amendment of laws and standards related to food fortification.
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Entrepreneurship: Supporting start-up businesses and entrepreneurs in the food technology and fortification sectors.