Where Data Tells the Story
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This infographic lists America's most common nutrient deficiencies, the share of the population not meeting their requirements through their diet, and the sources of food these nutrients naturally occur in.
Data is sourced from the Micronutrient Information Center at Oregon State University.
Most Americans do not get enough vitamin D, vitamin A, or calcium, from their diet, studies have found.
Vitamin D is particularly difficult to meet through diet alone, as the primary source is sunlight.
Experts recommend at least fifteen minutes in the sun per day, though people with darker skin tones may need more.