Zinc is an important mineral necessary for proper growth and development of a child. It supports a healthy immune system, helps fight infections, and reduces the duration and severity of various respiratory illnesses, such as colds or flu. This mineral is essential for the formation of antioxidant enzymes.
Zinc also affects the division of neurons, and, consequently, the development of the brain, so a deficiency of this nutrient can lead to impaired attention, memory impairment, and decreased intellectual potential.