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The study assesses zinc intake inadequacy and food sources among 68,962 individuals in China, revealing significant differences between urban and rural populations. Median zinc intake varied from 4.9 mg/day for urban girls (2-3 years) to 11.9 mg/day for rural males (19+ years), with rural residents showing higher proportions of inadequacy, particularly among lactating women. The findings highlight the role of phytate as an inhibitor of zinc absorption and emphasize the need for dietary improvements, especia
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- IftikharAlam
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- EN