General
Is Zinc a major or trace mineral?
Trace
Does Zinc have an upper limit? For another 100 points, what is the UL for a grown adult?
Yes, 40mg
How does Zinc deficiency happen?
Overconsumption or Underconsumption
Is Zinc found in animal or plant sources?
Both!
Which food is the best choice for zinc?
A. Corn
B. Nuts
C. Orange
D. Rice
B. Nuts
Are these all symptoms of zinc deficiency?
Hair Loss, Impaired growth, and Alzheimers
Nope! While Hair loss and Impaired growth are symptoms, Alzheimers is not directly cause by zinc deficiency.
What is the key function of Zinc?
Answers: Cofactor, DNA & RNA, protein synthesis
What is the richest source of zinc?
Oysters
What is the worst symptom of Zinc deficiency?
Skin Lesions
FINAL JEOPARY!!
What Decreases absorption?
Phytates