Reported 12 months ago
When the body is in a state of imbalance, it may not react or overreact to external stimuli. It could be a sign of an issue with the body's internal environment, often related to micronutrients. An example is given of a 30-year-old woman who experienced a change in taste whereby salty and sour flavors seemed sweet to her, leading her to suspect diabetes. After tests, it was found she had low zinc levels—one-third of normal. Upon zinc supplementation, her taste and smell returned to normal, and issues like hair loss also improved. Zinc plays a vital role in cell function, immune system, and hormone synthesis, with adult women recommended to consume 12 mg daily. Symptoms of zinc deficiency include delayed growth, white spots on nails, dulled taste, itchy skin, dry hair, and poor blood sugar control; zinc-rich foods include eggs, oysters, meat, soy, pumpkin seeds, walnuts, with higher bioavailability in animal sources.
Source: YAHOO