Key points from article :
Survey of 3,238 adults aged 20 to 59.
Participants logged what they consumed over 4 consecutive days.
20-29 year old group had the highest rates of potential deficiencies.
Potassium (24.7%), zinc (8.6%) and calcium (9.4%).
Can help keep the body healthy and prevent chronic diseases.
Should be able to get all micronutrients needed from a balanced diet.
The study was published in the Frontiers in Nutrition journal.