Based on the staple dietary consumption of the low to middle income population groups in Southern Africa, pre-cooked maize and soya bean is the preferred vehicle, blended at a ratio of 60% maize and 40% soya bean. Soya bean has a high protein value, dietary fibre and isoflavonoids.

Maize flour balances the cereal flour blend with specific ratios of carbohydrates, protein, fats, and fibre.

The suggested per-serving portion (based on age and gender) will address the imbalance of nutrient deficiencies in the various age groups.

Nutrient profile of the fortified cereal flour pre-mix – Too Yum.

• Minerals: chromium copper, iodine, iron, magnesium, manganese, molybdenum, phosphorous, potassium, selenium & zinc.
• Vitamins: acid, alpha ascorbic biotin, cholecalciferol-d3, cobalamin, folic niacin, pantothenic phytonadione pyridoxine, retinol, riboflavin, thiamine & tocopherol

The 24 nutrients are blended into the maize/soya bean cereal pre-cooked flour using a ribbon blending technique. This ensures a standardised distribution of nutrients throughout the product to deliver a precise, nutrient-dense, age-specific serving. When consumed as per directions, the mixture will address the nutrient deficiencies and the hidden hunger that exists.

The packaged fortified cereal porridge blend is prepared by simply adding water and mixing until the desired texture is reached.