Diet lacking in zinc is detrimental to human, animal health

Thursday, June 9, 2016 - 12:11 in Health & Medicine

The trace element zinc has an impact on the essential metabolic functions of most living organisms. New research has found that even minimal zinc deficiency impairs digestion, albeit without any typical symptoms such as skin problems or fatigue. Hence, short-term zinc deficiency in the diet should be avoided.

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