At-risk groups for vitamin C deficiency include individuals with.
- An inadequate intake due to malnutrition or prolonged absorption disorders associated with gastrointestinal diseases
- Increased need (pregnancy and lactation, stress).
- Regular cigarette use (additional need is 40 mg daily).
- In convalescent periods after surgery and illness.
Attention.
Note on the state of supply (National Nutrition Survey II 2008).
32% of men and 29% of women do not reach the recommended daily intake.
