School children know more about vitamins than adults, survey finds

After examining separate surveys of 2,000 adults and 1,000 children aged between 6 and 16, it was found that the younger generation outperformed their elders in most of the questions.

Furthermore, children were more knowledgeable about the benefits of vitamin D for bone growth and vitamin A for vision improvement. They also understood that vitamins C and D boost our immune system, according to research conducted by health food firm Plenish. "As a nutritionist, I witness the daily consequences of vitamin deficiency and I urge adults to enhance their knowledge of essential vitamins. Incorporating these vitamins into your daily routine is simple: consume a balanced diet, make sure you hit your five-a-day, or add a vitamin-enriched shot."

The study also discovered that children are more confident in their knowledge of vitamins 37 per cent compared to 24 per cent. The gap extends to other areas of nutrition - more than a quarter of adults mistakenly believed broccoli is a protein. And one in 10 believe ketchup is part of their five a day.

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