Calcium

 Zinc

Type: Metal

Zinc has an important role in the work of more than 200 enzymes. It is necessary for the production of proteins and nuclear acids, i.e. the genetic material of cells. It participates in the work of insulin hormone in the consumption of carbohydrates, to control growth at a healthy pace, as well as for the development of genitals, for the work of the prostate gland, and for the healing of wounds and burns.

Because of its sedative topical effect, zinc oxide is widely used as a compound in ointments and creams manufactured to treat skin and hemorrhoids problems.

Cases requiring vitamin/metal addition

A healthy diet that includes fresh and unprocessed foods usually supplies the body with the necessary quantities of zinc, as zinc deficiency is almost rare. Doctors may recommend adding zinc for those with the following:

• A lack of absorption of this metal due to certain problems in the intestine, such as cystic fibrosis.
• Having sickle cell anemia or because of difficult burns.
• Liver damage due to excessive alcohol consumption, for example.
• Malnutrition.

Symptoms of deficiency

Zinc deficiency may lead to what comes:

• Anorexia and dysmorphia in taste.
• Delayed growth Children.
• Obstructing sexual and dwarfism development and development.

Serious and persistent zinc deficiencies may lead to a rare skin disease accompanied by hair loss, rashes, infections with skin richness, oral infections, tongue infections, eyelid infections and nail infections.

Symptoms and risks in case of overdose

The risk of adverse complications due to the excess intake of zinc is minimal. However, taking large quantities of zinc for a long time may hinder the absorption of iron and copper into the body, resulting in a shortage of these minerals. This results in:

• Anemia.
• Vomiting.
• Headache.
• Fever.
• Fatigue.
• Abdominal pain.

Pharmaceuticals

Zinc can be obtained in pharmaceuticals in the following forms:

• Over-the-counter zinc supplements alone.
• Vitamin and mineral supplements.
• Zinc chloride in intravenous injection is administered with medical supervision.
• In preparations for the treatment of mild irritations in the skin.
• With preparations containing organic substances such as Aspartate and Oxide.

Sources

Zinc appears in small quantities in many types of food as zinc absorption from animal sources is better than zinc absorption from plant sources, where sources include the following:

• Protein-rich foods such as lean meat and seafood are the best sources of this mineral.
• Whole wheat bread, dried cereals and legumes are good sources.

The dose is determined individually by the cause of the deficiency and its severity, as the dose for adults typically ranges from 8-11 milligrams of zinc.

Recommended daily dosage

Men

56.25 - 99.95

Women

56.25 - 99.95

Pregnant

46.08 - 74.92

Details

Recommended daily dose (RDA) for adults, ranging from 56.25 - 99.52 ug/dL. Children are distributed as follows:

1 - 12 months: 60 - 90 ug/dL.

1 - 10 years: 80 - 110 ug/dL.

Types of foods containing vitamin/metal

• Red Meat
• Fish
• Bread and cereal
• Pulses
• Chicken