Alfalfa combats malnutrition in Mexican children

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Cultivated throughout the world, alfalfa contains many medicinal and nutritional properties. It is beneficial for health and is characterized by being a herbaceous plant with small purple flowers that grow in the cluster. The most common ways to consume it are in water, tea and salads. The nutritional value it provides is rich in calcium, potassium, iron, phosphorus, magnesium, sodium and zinc. And it contains vitamin A, C and K. These components help detoxify your body and strengthen your immune system: prevent anemia and help your skin look radiant. Even people diagnosed with malnutrition, mainly children, can consume alfalfa to keep their bodies healthy and nourished, as long as it is combined with a balanced diet. A program in favor of nutrition Malnutrition is one of the main diseases faced by the Mexican child population; if not treated in time, it can cause severe irreversible physical and mental limitations.

This problem is of great relevance to the Order of Malta Mexico , an organization that offers continuous service in favor of vulnerable and sick people. In 2004, the Ayúdame a Crecer program was Ecuador Mobile Number List created , which aims to improve the nutrition and health of children from 6 to 12 years old who live in vulnerable communities in the country. It has been implemented in Mexico City, Hidalgo, Puebla, San Luis Potosí, State of Mexico and Tabasco. Allies in the initiative Fundación Gigante is the philanthropic arm of Grupo Gigante , it has three guiding axes: health, education and relief in natural disasters. With these three pillars it has managed to improve the quality of life and has promoted the well-being of many Mexican families. With the health pillar, it has approached children throughout the Mexican Republic, to promote comprehensive nutrition programs that timely comply with Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) number 2: Zero Hunger of the 2030 Agenda.



This work has been achieved with the support of organizations such as the Order of Malta Mexico, with whom since 2007 they have had a special bond through the Ayúdame a Crecer program, following up on low-income boys and girls to contribute to their nutrition and well-being. Characteristics of the alfalfa-rich treat FORTIPLUS is a supplement of Swiss origin and manufactured in Mexico. Its donation is possible thanks to the Order of Malta Mexico by the Franco-Mexican, Swiss and Belgian Charitable Association, IAP, therefore it is not for commercial sale. These sweets are made from alfalfa and are delivered monthly to boys and girls in vulnerable areas. They have an attractive presentation for the little ones, just as if they were enjoying the sweet of their choice but they have the vitamins that their body needs. For example, Gustavo is a four-year-old little boy who loves sweets, he lives in the community of San Lucas, Hidalgo. For some years now, he and his brothers have received these supplement packages that help combat and prevent their malnutrition.