An acknowledged nutritional discipline that studies the impact of micronutrients on the health:
- Vitamins
- Minerals and Trace Elements
- Fatty acids
- Amino acids
Even though it is perfectly balanced, modern food can hardly provide all the essential micronutrients in sufficient quantities. In order to do this, we should consume at least 3000 Kcal./day, which would lead to obesity because modern lifestyle is characterized by a marked decrease in burning energy.