Maternal Nutrition Literacy and Associated Factors as Determinant of Micronutrient Supplementation Adherence Among Chinese Pregnant Women: A Multi-Center Cross-Sectional Study

By:
Jia Shi; Ying Wang; Li Pu; Yan Zuo; Jian-jun Zhang; Jing-jing Meng
Date:
2026

This multi-center study shows that maternal nutrition literacy strongly influences adherence to micronutrient supplementation during pregnancy, with women having adequate literacy over three times more likely to follow recommendations. It highlights that improving practical nutrition skills and healthcare-based counseling can significantly enhance adherence and maternal health outcomes.