Mineral deficiencies

Authors

  • Silvia Maria Franciscato Cozzolino USP; Programa de Pós-Graduação Inter-unidades de Nutrição Humana Aplicada

Keywords:

Minerals, Nutritional status, Fortification, Supplement

Abstract

In this paper we will try to report the Brazilian micronutrients status, as well as in worldwide, specifically for minerals. Minerals have major importance on human body, becoming indispensable for the development and health of individuals. There is not yet an integral assessment of micronutrient status in the Brazilian subjects, but there are some studies pointing to the need of observation of alimentary tendencies that might lead to deficiencies, with adverse consequences to the populations health and the development of our country

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Published

2007-08-01

Issue

Section

Food and Education II

How to Cite

Cozzolino, S. M. F. (2007). Mineral deficiencies . Estudos Avançados, 21(60), 119-126. https://revistas.usp.br/eav/article/view/10241