It is estimated that at least 30% of the global human population is deficient in essential micronutrients such as vitamins and minerals (Ramakrishnan, 2002). Adequate nutrition represents an important aetiological component of many physical illnesses. The dietary intake of micronutrients has been shown to prevent serious physical illness, for instance, cardiovascular disease and diabetes (Park & Lee, 2011). To date however, the role of micronutrient...