The low dose works well as a daily preventative, while the high dosage should be taken by anyone at risk for a zinc deficiency. (drstevenlin.com)
Taking zinc supplements by mouth is unlikely to improve immune function in people who are not at risk for zinc deficiency. (webmd.com)
Vegetarians, pregnant and lactating women, patients with anorexia or protein - energy malnutrition, elderly people taking one or more prescription drugs and individuals with intestinal inflammation or any digestive disorder marked by persistent diarrhea are among the populations that may be at increased risk for zinc deficiency. (mossnutrition.com)