Fortification of foods with additional nutrients does have an impact on kids' intake of vitamins and minerals.
February 6/New York/Reuters Health -- Fortification of foods with additional nutrients does have an impact on kids' intake of vitamins and minerals, but many children and teens are still not getting adequate nutrition, according to a new U.S. study.
Based on a large national dietary survey, the researchers found that without fortification, the diets of a large number of children and teens would be nutritionally inadequate. With fortification the picture is better, but not perfect.