Addressing nutritional gaps with multivitamin and mineral supplements
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Addressing nutritional gaps with multivitamin and mineral supplements
A balanced and varied diet is the best source of essential vitamins and minerals; however, nutrient deficiencies occur, including in populations with bountiful food supplies and the means to procure nutrient-rich foods. For example, the typical American diet bears little resemblance to what experts recommend for fruit, vegetables, and whole grains, which serve as important sources of an array o...
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عنوان ژورنال: Nutrition Journal
سال: 2014
ISSN: 1475-2891
DOI: 10.1186/1475-2891-13-72