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What are the symptoms of zinc deficiency?
Loss of smell and taste.
Last updated on 22 Sep 2023
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.
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,
It enhances skin repair function and reduces redness and inflammation.
The dangers of zinc deficiency are loss of smell and taste. Sometimes it also delays wound healing.
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