The document discusses common nutritional deficiencies in men in the UK. It reports that 10% of UK men are deficient in zinc, which is important for the immune system. 20% are deficient in selenium, an antioxidant, and 7% in vitamin A, which promotes good vision. 42% of men in England are overweight, and those with unhealthy diets may be more prone to deficiencies. 9% lack magnesium for muscle function and 25% were deficient in vitamin C as of 2003-2005. The sources listed provide further information on dietary standards and deficiencies in the UK.

1. “The Real Nutritional Deficiencies in the UK”

3. An overview of the common nutritional
deficiencies and needs of men in the UK.

4. Men

7. 10% Of Men
Are Deficient*

8. 10% Of Men
Are Deficient*
Zinc is an important trace mineral thats needed for
the body’s immune system to function properly. It
plays a role in cell division, cell growth, wound
healing and the breakdown of carbohydrates.

10. 20% Of Men
Are Deficient*

11. 20% Of Men
Are Deficient*
Selenium is a trace mineral that the
body needs in small amounts. It
combines with proteins to create
antioxidants which help to protect
from free radical damage.

13. 7% Of Men
Are Deficient*

14. 7% Of Men
Are Deficient*
Vitamin A helps to form and maintain healthy skin,
teeth, skeletal and soft tissue. It is also known as
Retinol as it produces the pigments in the retina of
the eye. Vitamin A also promotes good vision. If you
don’t get enough Vitamin A, you are more likely to
get infectious diseases and vision problems.

16. 42% Of Men
Are Overweight
(In England)

17. 42% Of Men
Are Overweight
(In England)
Low nutrition foods high in sugar and fats are
one thing not deficient in most UK men’s diet.
Those with an unhealthy diet may be more
likely to suffer from nutritional deficiencies.

19. 9% Of Men
Are Deficient*

20. 9% Of Men
Are Deficient*
Magnesium is an essential mineral for
human nutrition. It helps transportation
of energy, the production of protein,
contraction and relaxation of muscles
and the function of certain enzymes.

22. 25% Of Men
Are Deficient
(2003-2005)

23. 25% Of Men
Are Deficient (2003-2005)
Vitamin C is essential in the human diet. It helps to produce
collagen, maintains the integrity of the skin, connective
tissue, bone, and blood vessel walls. It also facilitates the
absorption of Iron. Smoking affects absorption of Vitamin
C and smokers also use up it up at a quicker rate.

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25. *Based on men aged 19-64 this percentage falls below the LRNI for this nutrient.
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28. Sources:
www.food.gov.uk/multimedia/pdfs/ndnsv3
www.health.nytimes.com/health/guides/nutrition
www.patient.co.uk/doctor/vitamin-c-deficiency
www.bbc.co.uk/health/treatments/healthy_living/nutrition/dietary_iron.shtml
www.nhs.uk/conditions/anaemia/vitamin-b12-and-folate-dificiency/pages/causes.aspx
www.pagb.co.uk/publications/pdfs/towardsahealthierbritain2010.pdf
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