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Micronutrient deficiencies. Hohenheim Consensus Conference.
- Source :
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European journal of nutrition [Eur J Nutr] 2003 Dec; Vol. 42 (6), pp. 353-63. - Publication Year :
- 2003
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Abstract
- Objective: The aim of this study was to consider the risk of micronutrient deficiencies and approaches for intervention, and to summarize existing knowledge and identify areas of ignorance.<br />Design: Experts from a range of relevant disciplines received and considered a series of questions related to aspects of the topic.<br />Intervention: The experts met and discussed the questions and arrived at a consensus.<br />Conclusion: Though healthy balanced diet is available for the general European population, a few defined groups are at risk of micronutrient deficiencies. In addition, the intake of specific micronutrients such as iron, folic acid, vitamin D and vitamin B12 are often marginal. To overcome these deficiencies, either selected micronutrients or a mixture of different micronutrients might be recommended. However, to define and detect micronutrient deficiencies, specific biomarkers are only available for a few micronutrients (e. g. vitamin D, folic acid, vitamin C, iron). The definition of a risk group, based on scientific data, might be an appropriate way to justify intervention with supplements.
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 1436-6207
- Volume :
- 42
- Issue :
- 6
- Database :
- MEDLINE
- Journal :
- European journal of nutrition
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 14673609
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1007/s00394-003-0460-0