Why you need Zinc
Why do I need Zinc in my Diet?
Zinc is an important trace element that is required actively in the metabolism of protein and carbohydrates. It is an active component of various enzymes. Most importantly zinc is required in our body for the production of insulin by the pancreas and for the proper functioning of the immune system. All tissues of the human body contain zinc in small amounts. About 1.4 to 2.3 mg of zinc is present in an average adult body.
Dietary sources
Zinc is widely available in many food stuffs. Both animal and vegetable foods contain zinc but the bio availability of zinc from plant sources is low. Dependable sources of zinc are found in dietry consumption of foods from animal origin like fish, meat and milk.
Deficiency disorder
Although little data is available showing the prevalence of zinc deficiency, there are reports to suggest that zinc deficiency may be common in man. Reports suggest that zinc deficiency causes loss of taste, sexual infantilism in adolescents, growth failure and delayed wound healing. Also low levels of zinc in blood circulation are found in the disorders like myocardial infarction, liver diseases, pernicious anemia and thalassaemia.
Daily recommended dose
The daily intake for an average adult is about 15.5 mg. For the pregnant and the lactating women and also the growing children need a higher dose of zinc.
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