The management of micronutrient imbalance: a practical guide

Micronutrients are required in varying quantities to maintain essential functions within the body. Many of these are obtained through dietary sources, but access to a diet balanced in micronutrients varies worldwide; micronutrient deficiencies are the cause of reversible global health problems including iron deficiency anaemia and blindness in children. Lifestyle preferences including alcohol use and vegetarianism can predispose to micronutrient imbalance, with a range of acute and chronic diseases also putting patients at risk.
Source: Medicine - Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Tags: Nutrition Source Type: research