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The immune system is the main barrier which has the body to defend against external infections. However, this complex process of mucosal antibodies and white blood cells, can be weakened by the lack of rest, inactivity, stress and poor nutrition.
It is therefore essential that the diet includes all the nutrients needed to enjoy a healthy life. These include zinc, something apparently unknown to about a quarter of the world’s population, which is lacking in this mineral.
While zinc is found in a wide variety of foods, according to Dr. Daniel De Girolami, nutritionist and member of the Nutrition Division of the Hospital de Clinicas Jose de San Martin in Argentina, “their highest concentrations occur in those of animal origin: beef, pork, of birds, fish and shellfish. ”
According to the specialist, zinc is also, though to a lesser extent, in eggs and dairy. “In addition, the zinc content is relatively high in nuts, seeds, legumes and unrefined cereals and low in tubers, refined cereals, fruits and vegetables,” Girolami said.
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The direct consequence of the lack of this vitamin in our bodies is the appearance of the disease called scurvy, now virtually disappeared in developed countries, thanks to the discovery of ascorbic acid found in acidic fruits such as lemon, orange and kiwi .
If we consume foods bearing ascorbic acid enhances the absorption of iron in blood, for example if during a meal of orange juice, we multiply by three the absorption of iron.
But we must be careful because in the same way that is favorable when there is a lack of this mineral in the body, there may be a surcharge if we take too much vitamin C. It appears that the amount accepted as beneficial would be 10 mg per day. There are some groups called “at risk” for having these in greater need for this vitamin and are:
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