Getting More from Vitamins and Minerals

Of the many nutraceuticals that fortify functional foods and dietary supplements, vitamins and minerals boast both a long history of usage and government dietary recommendations. Past research has proven the necessity of specific vitamins and minerals in human nutrition. Consequently, it is no surprise that half of all American adults take vitamin or mineral supplements each day, according to a 2000 national public opinion survey by the American Dietetic Association (ADA).

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