The vitamin deficit in our national diet
THERE’S MORE NUTRITION ADVICE AVAILABLE now than ever before, but it seems we’re not taking much notice of it. According to the results of a new study, intakes of many vitamins and minerals have dramatically dropped over the past 20 years. As a result, fewer people are meeting the recommended levels for certain nutrients and are at a greater risk of suffering from a deficiency. Check out which nutrients have taken a hit – and how to boost your intake. As we go into autumn and the bugs start doing the rounds, it’s essential for our immunity that we replenish depleted stocks.