These low intakes can also cause unwanted weight loss which is related to potential life-threatening physical limitations.
Effect on blood pressure of potassium, calcium, and magnesium in women with low habitual intake.
But many Americans also have marginal or low intakes of zinc, which could result in depressed immune responses.
Researchers speculate that men have lower intake of dietary antioxidants and therefore might benefit more from supplements.
And research shows that women with low intakes of omega-3s have more painful periods.
"If you have a low intake, like 5 grams a day, and increase it to 15, it will have an effect, too."
Today I have been really hungry (perhaps a side effect of yesterday's low caloric intake?)
Possible causes include environmental toxins and low intake of folic acid by the mother during pregnancy.
There's no doubt that many Britons have low intakes of some vitamins and minerals.
For people with a particularly low intake of essential minerals, especially those in developing countries, this effect can be undesirable.