Author : Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Publisher : Food & Agriculture Org.
ISBN 13 : 9789251004531
Total Pages : 100 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (45 download)
Book Synopsis Requirements of Vitamin A, Thiamine, Riboflavine and Niacin by : Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Download or read book Requirements of Vitamin A, Thiamine, Riboflavine and Niacin written by Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations and published by Food & Agriculture Org.. This book was released on 1967 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The prevalence of deficiency states in respect to vitamin A, thiamine, riboflavine, and niacin is discussed in light of clinical evidence. Information on the intake, absorption and utilization of the vitamins and depletion-repletion study results provide a basis to recommend vitamin needs. Specific characteristics, utilization and needs for each vitamin are presented. Practical implications are discussed with reference to 1) assessment of the adequacy of total food supplies and results of consumption surveys; 2) methods of improving diets to attain recommended intake levels; 3) public health aspects of meeting needs of vulnerable groups. The FAO report recommends 1) further research to fill gaps in present knowledge of vitamins; 2) acceptance of recommended intake levels as objectives for nutritional improvement; 3) attention to young children's vulnerability to deficiencies, especially vitamin A; 4) direct attention to adequate nutrient intake for all age group; 5) depreciation of programs that overemphasize provision of individual nutrients rather than balanced intake.