Inadequacy of Immune Health Nutrients: Intakes in US Adults, the 2005-2016 NHANES.

ABSTRACT: A well-functioning immune system is essential for human health and well-being. Micronutrients such as vitamins A, C, D, E, and zinc have several functions throughout the immune system, yet inadequate nutrient intakes are pervasive in the US population. A large body of research shows that nutrient inadequacies can impair immune function and weaken the immune response. Here, we present a new analysis of micronutrient usual intake estimates based on nationally representative data in 26,282 adults (>19 years) from the 2005-2016 National Health and Nutrition Examination Surveys (NHANES). Overall, the prevalence of inadequacy (% of population below estimated average requirement [EAR]) in four out of five key immune nutrients is substantial. Specifically, 45% of the U.S. population had a prevalen

SUBMITTER: Reider CA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7352522 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature