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Zinc deficiency symptoms

Although knowledge is still young, Zinc deficiency is caused by poor absorption or excessive loss of sweat and urine. The levels of zinc in the body is often seen diminished by consumption of coffee and alcohol.

As mainly benefits to our skin, one of the withdrawal symptoms observed in the delayed healing of wounds and dermatitis around the holes.

The most common symptoms of zinc deficiency often prostrate problems in men older than 45, and menstrual irregularities. Erection difficulties, uterine growth retardation and anemia. Other symptoms include hair loss, total or partial loss of taste and smell acuity loss, anorexia, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting and fever.

Our defenses are weakened and we catch more easily and quickly with various infections. In children appreciate a stunted general symptom common to any lack of nutrients.

Where do you find zinc?

* We get more zinc in whole grains such as wheat flakes and wheat germ, yeast, oatmeal, rice and bread, wheat, maize and millet.
* Dried fruits such as pumpkin and sunflower, peanuts, walnuts, almonds and hazelnuts.
* Vegetables such as onions, garlic, parsley, mushrooms and beans.
* Legumes such as lentils, peas, beans, chickpeas and soy. Also in meat, eggs, liver, seafood and even tea.

Did you know?

Excess Zinc is extremely rare but can be identified in people exposed to inhalation of zinc oxide or exposed in different jobs and industries as the development of alloys (a mixture of molten metal), cast brass or bronze, making electric guns, gas welding, metal waste recycling, manufacture of paints, sawing and grinding metal, roofing, etc.
If you are connected to one of these places or activities, be aware, your health and take proper precautions.