Where Does Zinc Deficiency Come From? Causes, Risk Factors, and Solutions
                                
                                
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                                According to the World Health Organization, over 17% of the global population, or approximately 2 billion people, are at risk for zinc deficiency, making it a widespread nutritional concern. A zinc deficiency can stem from a variety of sources, ranging from inadequate dietary intake to underlying medical conditions and lifestyle factors that inhibit absorption.