High Prevalence of Inadequate Calcium and Iron Intakes by Mexican Population Groups as Assessed by 24-Hour Recalls [Supplement-The Dietary Intake and Eating Habits of the Mexican Population: Results from the National Health and Nutrition Survey 2012]

Conclusions: Intakes of calcium, iron, magnesium, and zinc are inadequate in the Mexican population, especially among adolescents and adults. These results suggest a public health concern that must be addressed.

Source: Journal of Nutrition - August 31, 2016 Category: Nutrition Authors: Sanchez-Pimienta, T. G., Lopez-Olmedo, N., Rodriguez-Ramirez, S., Garcia-Guerra, A., Rivera, J. A., Carriquiry, A. L., Villalpando, S. Tags: Supplement-The Dietary Intake and Eating Habits of the Mexican Population: Results from the National Health and Nutrition Survey 2012 Source Type: research