Zinc deficiency: A global problem that affect the health and cognitive development

The zinc deficiency affects approximately a third of the world population, principally in the developing countries, the rural areas and in the poorest communities, where this micronutrient deficiency is one of the most prevalent risk factor for nutrientrelated diseases. This paper compiles scientifi...

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Published in:Archivos latinoamericanos de nutrición 2016-09, Vol.66 (3), p.165-175
Main Authors: Caro, Claudia Restrepo, Del C Coronell, Maria, Arrollo, Julia, Martinez, Gisela, Majana, Lucia Scnchez, Sarmiento-Rubiano, Luz Adriana
Format: Article
Language:eng ; spa
Subjects:
Central Nervous System - drug effects
Central Nervous System - physiopathology
Child Development - drug effects
Child Development - physiology
Child, Preschool
Cognition - drug effects
Cognition - physiology
Cognition Disorders - etiology
Cognition Disorders - physiopathology
Cognition Disorders - prevention & control
Global Health
Humans
Zinc - administration & dosage
Zinc - deficiency
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Summary:The zinc deficiency affects approximately a third of the world population, principally in the developing countries, the rural areas and in the poorest communities, where this micronutrient deficiency is one of the most prevalent risk factor for nutrientrelated diseases. This paper compiles scientific advances about the key role of the essential trace element zinc in the neurogenesis control, brain function and cognitive development. The aim of this work is to generate in health professionals, interest about the zinc deficiency effects in neuro-intellectual development and its negative impact in the cultural, economic and social development of the countries.
ISSN:0004-0622