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Gut Health Highlighted in South Africa’s Persistent Childhood Stunting

Gut Health Highlighted in South Africa’s Persistent Childhood Stunting

Despite abundant food in South African supermarkets, childhood stunting remains high, underscoring that nutrition alone cannot solve the problem. Experts point to gut health, infections, and sanitation as critical factors that must be addressed alongside diet.

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Gut health: Why food alone won't fix childhood stunting