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1 By Ostins Gailis Feb 20, 2014 Science
Zinc In the Human Body By Ostins Gailis Feb 20, 2014 Science

2 History and Discovery Raulin, 1869 first discovery
Many other scientist backed up theory Ananda S. Prasad discovers in humans Discovery made in Iran Ananda S. Prasad

3 What does Zinc do? What is it used for? Where is it used?
Helps physical performance Energy levels boosted Helps Body composition Red and White blood cells Bones Pancreas Kidneys Liver Retina

4 Symptoms of Zinc Deficiency
Abnormal Growth Hypogonadism Skin Problems Weight Loss Prolonged Diarrhea Emotional Instability Joint and Hip Pain Hair Loss Appetite Issues

5 Diagnosis Determining Zinc deficiency is difficult
Measuring Copper levels helps to determine Zinc levels If the Copper level is higher then the zinc levels are lower

6 Characteristics of Deficiency Disorder
Easy going Doses of Zinc can be given Not many restrictions Dwarfism Death can come to young infants

7 How Many People Suffer? 2 Billion People Asian and African countries
Grain and Vegetable Diet Red Meat and Shellfish carry the most Zinc Not Enough Zinc intake

8 African and Asian Countries
Comparison of Areas African and Asian Countries Western Countries Poverty 2nd or 3rd World Countries Zinc deficiency needs zinc vitamins Not accessible Developed Countries Access to Red Meat and Shellfish Access to Zinc Vitamins

9 Treatments Take supplements that will increase Zinc levels
Introduce food with high levels of zinc Although it can be treated there are some complications

10 Current Research Zinc Deficiency can Lead to: Cancer Heart Disease
Diabetes

11 Interesting Facts Zinc can also help fight diseases
Number one nutritional deficiency in the US among children Zinc is not made in the body but must be ingested White spots on the fingernails If a person has Alzheimer's then the deficiency makes the person lose memory

12 Organizations World Health Organization Zinc for a Better World Zinc Saves Kids

13 Bibliography Rampur, Stephen. Buzzle.com. Buzzle.com, 23 Aug Web. 04 Feb < "Poliquin - Healthy. Lean. Strong." Top Ten Benefits of Zinc. N.p., n.d. Web. 03 Feb < "Consuming The Inedible: Neglected Dimensions of Food Choice." Google Books. N.p., n.d. Web. 04 Feb "APS to Recognize Dr. Prasad for His Landmark Zinc Findings:." Landing. N.p., n.d. Web. 04 Feb < landmark-zinc-findings>. "School of Medicine." Prognosis E-News. N.p., n.d. Web. 04 Feb < "Advances in Nutrition: An International Review Journal." Zinc Nutrition from Discovery to Global Health Impact. N.p., n.d. Web. 04 Feb < Wikipedia. Wikimedia Foundation, n.d. Web. 04 Feb < "Facts about Zinc." Interesting Facts. N.p., n.d. Web. 04 Feb < zinc/>.

14 Bibliography "Click Here To Play: Zinc." Zinc. N.p., n.d. Web. 04 Feb < html>. "INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT ZINC." INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT ZINC. N.p., n.d. Web. 04 Feb < "News & Research Communications." Zinc Deficiency Mechanism Linked to Aging, Multiple Diseases. N.p., n.d. Web. 04 Feb < multiple-diseases>. "Zinc Deficiency: Treatments." Better Medicine. N.p., n.d. Web. 04 Feb < "Zinc Deficiences A Global Concern." ScienceDaily. ScienceDaily, n.d. Web. 04 Feb < "Linus Pauling InstituteMicronutrient Research for Optimum Health." Linus Pauling Institute at Oregon State University. N.p., n.d. Web. 04 Feb < "Zinc Diagnostic Tests." .... A Guide to Zinc Deficiency Tests. N.p., n.d. Web. 04 Feb <

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