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What are the causes of zinc deficiency?
The causes of zinc deficiency is usually malabsorption of the micronutrient or increased demand of the nutrient.
Last updated on 22 Sep 2023
Usually, men who have zinc deficiency have sexual health problems and frequent illness.
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Zinc levels can get low when your body is not absorbing zinc or you have a zinc deficiency.
Zinc is considered to be relatively nontoxic, particularly if taken orally. However, excessive zinc can cause nausea and vomitting.
The richest food sources of zinc include meat, fish, and seafood. However, oysters contain more zinc per serving than any other food,
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