What is Zinc and Zinc deficiency symptoms – Page 4

Strict vegetarians. Food of animal origin is the best source of zinc. Fruits almost do not contain this mineral. Therefore, this group is particularly at risk of zinc deficiency.
People who eat food that contains a lot of fiber. Cereal grains such as cereals is binding to zinc and thereby prevents its absorption by the body.
Pregnant women and lactating women. This group need additional quantities zinc, because part of zinc is transferred to their babies.
People over 50 years of age. The body’s ability to absorb zinc declines with age increasing.
Alcoholics. Regular consumption of even small amounts of alcohol leads to reduction in the level of zinc in the body.