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Based on the Fineli Food Composition Database Release 14 (Decamber 5, 2011)

Zinc

  • EuroFoods name: ZN
  • Measurement unit: milligram, mg
  • Group: Minerals

Description

In human body, zinc is bound in enzymes that are needed in several metabolic reactions. Zinc affects growth and development and due to these the deficient intake of zinc causes growth retardation. Goos sources for zinc are whole grains, cereals, nuts and beef.

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