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Sources of micronutrient supply in the UK

Nutrient security in the United Kingdom appears to be stable and secure, but it is unclear whether this will continue to be the case if dietary patterns change, or if new trade arrangements emerge.

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Matthews, A. Sources of micronutrient supply in the UK. Nat Food 3, 491–492 (2022). https://doi.org/10.1038/s43016-022-00539-2

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