Patient's question:
What should a 3-month-old child with zinc and calcium deficiency eat? What is the dosage? Besides, it would be best if it tastes a little sweeter, because my son is very sensitive to taking medicine. Thank you.Doctor's answer:
Take zinc during the day and calcium at night—these two trace elements are best taken separately. When taking zinc, it's not only important to separate it from calcium supplements but also from calcium-containing foods like milk and shrimp. The best order for digesting these trace elements is "zinc first, then calcium." Taking zinc during the day and calcium at night will yield better absorption and utilization. After taking zinc, supplementing with calcium can further aid its absorption, deposition, and utilization. It's important to note that in addition to calcium and zinc supplements, dietary sources of these minerals should not be overlooked. Animal organs, lean meat, fish, and shellfish are good sources of zinc.