micronutrient needs in adulthood vary by gender, and menstruating females require more of which of the following?

Menstruating females require more iron compared to men and non-menstruating females. This increased need for iron is due to the loss of blood during menstruation, which depletes iron levels and necessitates higher iron intake to maintain adequate hemoglobin and overall iron status. Other micronutrients like folate, calcium, and vitamin D are also important for women but the key micronutrient required in higher amounts specifically due to menstruation is iron.