The Global Hunger Index report recommends returning to traditional diets comprising locally available, biodiverse food to overcome growing under-nutrition The global hunger index (GHI) report released this week has pointed to the widespread problem of hidden hunger (micronutrient deficiencies) even as many developing countries have managed to reduce hunger levels in absolute numbers. The report, released by Washington-based global non-profit International Food Policy Research Institute along with Welthungerhilfe and Concern Worldwide, points out that a staggering 2 billion people in the world or one in three people are deprived of essential vitamins and minerals, which “weakens immune system stunts physical and intellectual growth, and can lead to death”. Hidden hunger also perpetuates the cycle of poverty, poor nutrition, lost productivity and poor economic growth, says the report.

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