Discovered as a deficiency in the early 60’s, the chemical element zinc serves multiple roles in the body. Zinc travels through the body by protein which assists other proteins with metabolism. Moreover, zinc play a role in growth, development, behavior, and learning. In addition, zinc aids hormones such as thyroid and insulin.
Zinc deficiency remain common in developing countries while less common in the United States only affecting pregnant women and infants. Supplements can prevent or alleviate diseases or condition associated with the deficiency. These diseases and conditions include but not limited to dwarfism, fatal diarrhea,
Zinc deficiency remain common in developing countries while less common in the United States only affecting pregnant women and infants. Supplements can prevent or alleviate diseases or condition associated with the deficiency. These diseases and conditions include but not limited to dwarfism, fatal diarrhea,