Disparities in Risks of Inadequate and Excessive Intake of Micronutrients during Pregnancy
ConclusionsImproved diet quality is needed for most pregnant females. Even with dietary supplement use,>20% of participants were at risk of inadequate intake of ≥1 micronutrients, especially in some population subgroups. Pregnancy may be a window of opportunity to address disparities in micronutrient intake that could contribute to intergenerational health inequalities.
Source: Journal of Nutrition - Category: Nutrition Source Type: research
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