Special Rice Helps Kids Get More Zinc in Bangladesh
Researchers in Bangladesh tested whether a special type of rice with added zinc helps children absorb more of this important mineral. They gave 47 young …
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How Your Body Responds When It Doesn't Get Enough Zinc
Scientists discovered how your body reacts when it's not getting enough zinc, a mineral your cells need to work properly. When zinc levels drop, your cells …
Read MoreWhy Kids in Mozambique Aren't Growing: A Food Problem
Researchers in Mozambique studied 47 young children to understand why many aren't growing properly. They discovered that while kids aren't eating enough …
Read MoreZinc May Help Protect Your Liver From Chronic Disease
Researchers used a special genetic study method to investigate whether 14 different vitamins and minerals affect chronic liver disease. They found that zinc …
Read MoreHow a Missing Protein Weakens Lung Defenses Against Infection
Your body has special cells called macrophages that act like tiny garbage trucks, cleaning up harmful bacteria in your lungs. Scientists discovered that when …
Read MoreWhy a Mysterious Rash Led Doctors to Check Zinc Levels
A man in his mid-30s developed a severe, spreading rash that didn't respond to normal treatments. He had liver disease and digestive problems that put him at …
Read MoreThe Right Rootstock Helps Citrus Trees Get More Zinc
Scientists discovered that the type of rootstock used in citrus tree grafting significantly affects how well the tree absorbs zinc, an important nutrient. When …
Read MoreHow a Dangerous Fungus Survives in Lungs by Stealing Zinc
Scientists discovered how Aspergillus fumigatus, a dangerous fungus that infects people with weak immune systems, survives in the lungs by finding creative …
Read MoreRare Zinc Deficiency Causes Serious Skin and Health Problems in Babies
Researchers studied six babies who developed a rare condition called acrodermatitis enteropathica, which happens when the body doesn't get enough zinc. This …
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