Acute Malnutrition
In various parts of the world, nearly 60 million children suffer from acute malnutrition. These vulnerable children are treated with specially produced food, known as Ready to Use Therapeutic Food (RUTF) and Ready to Use Supplementary Food (RUSF), in which milk powder is a key ingredient. These products contain high concentrations of carbohydrates, healthy fats, proteins, vitamins, and minerals, making them highly effective in small doses. They are often distributed locally by aid organizations. Given the seriousness of these children’s health situations, it is crucial that this special nutrition, including the milk powder, is produced safely. We continue these efforts so we can keep contributing to the safe treatment of acute malnutrition in children.