Vitamin D and iron deficiencies among Saudi children and adolescents: A persistent problem in the 21st century

Conclusion: Vitamin D and iron deficiencies are still common forms of malnutrition in the Saudi community, that have remained unchanged over the past 20–30 years, while the intake of trace elements (zinc, copper, and selenium) is adequate as evident by normal serum levels in the vast majority of the investigated children. We could not observe a correlation between undernutrition and micronutrient deficiencies.
Source: The Saudi Journal of Gastroenterology - Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Source Type: research