Key points
- The National Center for Health Statistics Data Query System (DQS) features estimates of the amount of some vitamins, minerals, and nutrients in adults' diets.
- Nutrition estimates are available by age, sex, and race and Hispanic origin.
- These estimates are based on data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey.
Vitamins, minerals, and nutrients
Description: Calcium is a mineral the body needs to build and maintain strong bones, promote muscle movement, and help nerves carry messages between the brain and every part of the body.
Details: The National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) provides the NCHS DQS with population-level data on calcium intake from a 24-hour dietary recall interview.
Available data filters:
- Sex
- Age group
- Race and Hispanic origin.
Explore NCHS DQS data on calcium intake.
Description: Fiber is a type of carbohydrate that helps control blood sugar, lower cholesterol, and maintain digestive health.
Details: The National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) provides the NCHS DQS with population-level data on dietary fiber intake from a 24-hour dietary recall interview.
Available data filters:
- Sex
- Age group
- Race and Hispanic origin.
Explore NCHS DQS data on dietary fiber intake.
Description: Iron is an essential mineral that helps red blood cells carry oxygen through the body.
Details: The National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) provides the NCHS DQS with population-level data on iron intake from a 24-hour dietary recall interview.
Available data filters:
- Sex
- Age group
- Race and Hispanic origin.
Explore NCHS DQS data on iron intake.
Description: Potassium is an essential mineral that helps the body function normally by maintaining fluid and blood volume.
Details: The National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) provides the NCHS DQS with population-level data on potassium intake from a 24-hour dietary recall interview.
Available data filters:
- Sex
- Age group
- Race and Hispanic origin.
Explore NCHS DQS data on potassium intake.
Description: Saturated fats are a type of fat commonly found in animal products (such as meat and dairy), fried foods, and pre-packaged foods.
Details: The National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) provides the NCHS DQS with population-level data on saturated fat intake from a 24-hour dietary recall interview.
Available data filters:
- Sex
- Age group
- Race and Hispanic origin.
Explore NCHS DQS data on saturated fat intake.
Description: Sodium is an essential mineral that helps the body function normally by maintaining fluid and blood volume.
Details: The National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) provides the NCHS DQS with population-level data on sodium intake from a 24-hour dietary recall interview.
Available data filters:
- Sex
- Age group
- Race and Hispanic origin.
Explore NCHS DQS data on sodium intake.
Description: Vitamin D strengthens bones by helping the body absorb calcium.
Details: The National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) provides the NCHS DQS with population-level data on vitamin D intake from a 24-hour dietary recall interview.
Available data filters:
- Sex
- Age group
- Race and Hispanic origin.
Explore NCHS DQS data on vitamin D intake.