Kids and teens who are picky eaters or don’t eat a variety of foods often don’t get enough iron, zinc, or vitamin D, which are important tiny nutrients in food.

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Micronutrient deficiency and supplements in schoolchildren and teenagers

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2024 May 1

This study found that kids who are picky eaters often don’t get enough iron, zinc, or vitamin D — which is exactly what the claim says.

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Micronutrient deficiency and supplements in schoolchildren and teenagers

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DOI: 10.1097/MCO.0000000000001027

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