In 2000, the Linus Pauling Institute launched a bold initiative: a free, evidence-based online resource dedicated to the roles of vitamins, minerals, certain foods and beverages, nutrients and dietary factors in health and disease.
The Micronutrient Information Center (MIC) quickly established itself as a comprehensive and trusted source for scientifically accurate information for healthcare professionals, educators, and the public.
Today — 25 years later — the MIC serves more than 1 million users annually across over 180 countries, with Spanish and Japanese translations extending its global reach. With increasing nutrition misinformation across the internet, the MIC is a beacon for those seeking an unbiased, evidence-based, rigorously reviewed resource.
From its modest beginnings with just 14 articles on vitamins and choline, the MIC has grown to include more than 60 in-depth articles on specific nutrients and dietary factors, along with 24 articles focused on health and disease conditions. Every article is written by PhD-level nutrition scientists and reviewed by subject-matter experts, ensuring scientific rigor and credibility. The MIC emphasizes the findings from human observational studies and clinical trials, translating research into knowledge that is directly applicable to human health. Most of the content in each article focuses on chronic disease prevention.
But the MIC is more than just a repository of information — it’s a public service. It empowers individuals, healthcare professionals, and educators to make informed decisions grounded in science. Whether someone is seeking to understand if vitamin C supplementation might help prevent cardiovascular disease, or researching micronutrient requirements during pregnancy, the MIC provides evidence-based information, with continued efforts to present the science in ways that are understandable and relevant to everyday life.
Be sure to check out these recently updated articles for the most current science:
Maintaining this resource is time and labor intensive. Each article update requires weeks of focused scientific review, including the evaluation of hundreds of new peer-reviewed studies. This work is made possible through donor support.
As we celebrate 25 years, we also look to the future. Gifts from readers like you are essential to keep the Micronutrient Information Center free, evidence-based, and accessible to everyone. Help us extend the reach of this vital resource — donate to the Micronutrient Information Center Support Fund today!