Sudan Journal of Medical Sciences

Published date: Oct 16 2025

Journal Title: Sudan Journal of Medical Sciences

Issue title: Sudan JMS: Volume 20 (2025), Issue No. 3

Pages: 396 - 403

DOI: 10.18502/sjms.v20i3.19226

Muaath Ahmed Mohammedmwawssi0@gmail.comPediatrician, Pediatric Council, Sudan Medical Specialization Board, Khartoum

Ibrahim Abdelrhim AliHemamedicine@gmail.comDepartment of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, The National Ribat University, Khartoum

Rasha BabikerRashat33@yahoo.comDepartment of Physiology, RAK College of Medical Sciences, RAK Medical and Health Sciences University, Ras Al Khaimah

Rayan Khalid Rynkhalid@yahoo.comDepartment of Physiology and Clinical Genetics, Assafa College, Khartoum

Malnutrition remains a persistent issue in Sudan, affecting millions of people, primarily children under five years old. The Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) alert for Sudan highlights the urgent need for multi-sectoral humanitarian assistance to save lives, prevent worsening acute malnutrition, and avert potential deaths, particularly among children. Many Sudanese children are already malnourished due to being weaned on cereal-based traditional meals. These diets are thick, highly viscous, and low in nutrient density for young children. Therefore, an immediate evaluation (e.g., of traditional complementary foods) and action (e.g., improving nutritional practices among healthcare providers and increasing public awareness) are necessary to address the high levels of acute malnutrition and prevent loss of life. This short communication outlines a practical method to produce ARP and its incorporation into common cereal-based foods; this approach may help reduce viscosity and increase energy density in complementary feeding. This study presents a compelling case for using amylasetreated cereal-based foods to fight malnutrition in Sudan. It combines scientific insight with practical application, making it an invaluable resource for both researchers and policymakers. Future research into the implementation challenges and long-term effects of ARF consumption is recommended.

Keywords: amylase-rich food, malnutrition, traditional cereal foods, Sudan

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