Zinc Supplementation
Zinc is an essential mineral that can be obtained from certain foods and supplements. Zinc is involved in a number of important bodily functions and is necessary for normal growth and development during childhood, adolescence, and pregnancy. Zinc can be found in varying amounts in the following foods:
Beans*
Certain seafood (e.g., crab, lobster)
Dairy products
Fortified cereals*
Nuts*
Oysters
Red meat and poultry
Whole grains*
*Phytates present in these foods bind to zinc and may prevent adequate absorption.
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