title: Can the mineral elements intakes recommended for the French population be provided by a balanced diet?
abstract: The minerals intakes provided by a diet with a balanced amount of proteins, lipids and carbohydrates are slightly superior to those supplied by the usual diet. However, the micronutrients whose intakes provided by the usual diet are insufficient for some population groups (women for instance) remain "at risk" even with a balanced diet (fluorine, zinc, iron and copper). This conclusion is not altered when taking account of drinks. This study shows that it is the intake energetic level which seems to be the first factor contributing to the recommended minerals intakes.
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D004032:Diet; D005260:Female; D005602:France; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008903:Minerals / Q000008:administration & dosage*; D009751:Nutritional Requirements; D011247:Pregnancy
chemical_list: D008903:Minerals