Zinc Absorption and Endogenous Fecal Zinc Losses in Bangladeshi Toddlers at Risk for Environmental Enteric Dysfunction

We examined zinc absorption from a standardized aqueous zinc dose, and habitual daily endogenous fecal zinc excretion (EFZ) and compared these outcomes between children grouped by the lactulose to mannitol ratio (L:M). Methods: Bangladeshi toddlers (18–24 months) with low (
Source: Journal of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition - Category: Gastroenterology Tags: Original Articles: Nutrition Source Type: research