Deutsche Gesellschaft f r Technische Zusammenarbeit, Germany.
Urbanisation runs in parallel with economic growth.
Urban areas are characterised by income inequality between population groups. Because of inequality in socioeconomic situation, Indonesian urban areas are confronted with problems of undernutrition and overnutrition. Furthermore, intrahousehold food distribution among the lower economic class households is contributory to the determination of food intake. Zinc deficiency might also be prevalent among lactating mothers. Strategies for improvement of urban micronutrient status are required and may include food-based, nutrient supplementation of fortification methods.