Micronutrient deficiency Micronutrient deficiency Micronutrient deficiency or dietary deficiency is not enough of one or more of the micronutrients required for optimal plant or animal health. In humans and other animals they include both vitamin deficiencies and mineral deficiencies, whereas in plants the term refers to deficiencies of essential trace minerals. Micronutrient deficiencies affect more than two billion people of all ages in both developing and industrialized countries. They are the cause of some diseases, exacerbate others and are recognized as having an important impact on worldwide health. Important micronutrients include iodine, iron, zinc, calcium, selenium, fluorine, and vitamins A, B, B,
Without a Trace (film) confusion with the 1982 film "Missing". The film was released in North America on February 4, 1983, and grossed $9.6 million. Janet Maslin of "The New York Times" called it "a reasonably well-made film" on its own terms but said it "deserves more thoughtful and imaginative treatment". Without a Trace (film) Without a Trace is a 1983 American drama film. It is based on the novel "Still Missing" by Beth Gutcheon. The film stars Kate Nelligan, Judd Hirsch, David Dukes and Stockard Channing. The story is partly based on the disappearance of Etan Patz. Susan Selky is a well-known English