What are the dangers of a zinc deficiency?
The dangers of zinc deficiency are loss of smell and taste. Sometimes it also delays wound healing.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
Zinc deficiency can result in skin changes that look like eczema at first. The skin may have cracks and a glazed (smooth or glassy) appearance.
Zinc is considered to be relatively nontoxic, particularly if taken orally. However, excessive zinc can cause nausea and vomitting.
You check zinc deficiency in the body by recognizing symptoms such as fatigue and frequent illness. One can also do a blood test to know if they have zinc deficiency.
Usually, men who have zinc deficiency have sexual health problems and frequent illness.
The causes of zinc deficiency is usually malabsorption of the micronutrient or increased demand of the nutrient.
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