Dossier
nutrient gap
Coverage of nutrient gap in the Nexus archive.
- Worry about what your children eat, but don’t forget your own diet
The article discusses how children adopt dietary habits early in life, prompting countries like the UK, Portugal, and Mexico to restrict unhealthy food advertising to combat childhood obesity. It emphasizes that adults, particularly as they age, must also prioritize healthy eating due to age-related physiological changes, such as a 'nutrient gap' after 60, which requires increased intake of vitamins and minerals. The piece advocates for reducing ultra-processed foods and increasing consumption of vegetables, legumes, whole grains, and fish.