With the exceptions of iron and fluoride, a well-balanced diet will provide a satisfactory intake of minerals. Iron deficiency is now the common nutritional deficiency in the world Most vitamins cannot be synthesized in the body and must be supplied in the diet Certain foods are fortified with vitamins. Addition of vitamin d to milk is mandated by law➢ Most vitamins cannot be synthesized in the body and must be supplied in the diet ➢ Certain foods are fortified with vitamins. Addition of vitamin D to milk is mandated by law. ➢ With the exceptions of iron and fluoride, a well-balanced diet will provide a satisfactory intake of minerals. ➢ Iron deficiency is now the common nutritional deficiency in the world