![]() And it turns out some women and children aren’t getting enough. Iron is a mineral that has many important roles, including carrying oxygen from our lungs to other parts of the body. Some women and children are at increased risk for iron deficiency It’s also found naturally in fatty fishes, mushrooms, egg yolks, and liver. In the U.S., vitamin D is often added to milk. 3 in 100 non-Hispanic white Americans at risk for vitamin D deficiency.12 in 100 Mexican Americans at risk for vitamin D deficiency.31 in 100 non-Hispanic black Americans are at risk for vitamin D deficiency.Who is most at risk for vitamin D deficiency? It may also help keep muscles strong - and even protect us from cancer and type 2 diabetes. Non-Hispanic Black Americans aren’t getting enough vitamin DĮveryone needs vitamin D to have healthy bones. Iodine is found in seafood, low-fat dairy products, and iodized salt. Women ages 20 to 39 - those most likely to be pregnant - have lower iodine levels than any other age group. ![]()
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