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Zinc provides relief of chronic diarrhea in children - Children under age 5 in third world countries who have severe diarrhea recover more quickly if given zinc supplements. It is not clear, however, whether such supplements would benefit children in developed countries, who may not have nutrient deficiencies. The children in the study tended to benefit more if they had a zinc deficiency--a condition that can reduce immune function--before treatment started -- American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, December, 2000 Doctors comment: When blood copper levels are increased, zinc becomes deficient, which can weaken the immune system. Supplementation with zinc can be helpful. |
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