August 2013 PMID 23595983

Effect of vegetarian diets on zinc status: a systematic review and meta-analysis of studies in humans.

Meika Foster, Anna Chu, Peter Petocz, Samir Samman

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Peak: 4 in Aug 2020
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What people are saying

The discussions mainly revolve around concerns that vegetarian diets are inherently deficient in zinc, with users referencing the systematic review's findings, such as the fact that a majority of studies show lower zinc levels in vegetarians. The tone ranges from cautionary to assertive, with some posts framing the data as evidence of a nutritional deficiency issue, which influences their strong agreement and moderate engagement.

AgreementStrong agreement

Most discussions express strong agreement with the publication, emphasizing that vegetarian diets tend to be lower in zinc and referencing multiple studies supporting this.

InterestModerate interest

The posts demonstrate moderate interest, as they delve into the nutritional implications and raise concerns about zinc deficiency without exploring broader contexts.

EngagementModerate engagement

Engagement is moderate; some users cite specific data points from the review, such as 26/34 studies showing lower zinc levels among vegetarians, indicating some depth of discussion.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions suggest a potential impact, especially on dietary choices, as users talk about supplementation and dietary adjustments, hinting at influence on opinions and behaviors.

Abstract in brief

  • Vegetarian diets tend to provide less zinc and have lower zinc levels in the blood compared to nonvegetarian diets, especially among women, people in developing countries, and vegans.
  • The research shows inconsistency in how vegetarian diets affect zinc, partly because different studies define vegetarianism differently, making comparisons difficult.
  • To improve zinc status in vegetarians, practices like eating zinc-fortified foods or taking low-dose supplements could be helpful, especially for those with zinc intakes or blood levels that are too low.

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Live Vitae
@livevitaeuk · X

The 2nd most important mineral in our body is ZINC. Yet the plant-based agenda + propaganda want you to be deficient. NO diet should require supplementation to make up for its inadequacy. https://t.co/XNWXQjAR5f

Dec 23, 2023 · 6 likes · 1 share · 12,986 followers View post →
Dravidia
@Dravidica · X

Los vegetariano tienen niveles más bajos de zinc en comparación con los omnívoros. Es lo que demuestra este estudio. https://t.co/6PEC5jmyZb

Aug 4, 2020 · 1 like · 3 shares · 4,826 followers View post →
Carnivore is Vegan
@CarnivoreIs · X

@CarnismDebunked @fellowshipnate @JacobRHerwick @BranoneMCSG "Populations that habitually consume vegetarian diets have low zinc intakes and status" https://t.co/30n5gOA5M2

Nov 30, 2023 · 1 like · 3,706 followers View post →
Dravidia
@Dravidica · X

RT @Dravidica: Los vegetariano tienen niveles más bajos de zinc en comparación con los omnívoros. Es lo que demuestra este estudio. https:/…

Aug 5, 2020 · 3 shares · 4,826 followers View post →
Joe B
@JBianco215 · X

https://t.co/cpXkKCOXPO Vegetarians and plant-based dieters do not eat enough zinc. 26/34 studies found significantly lower zinc intake and serum Zn levels in vegetarians vs. non-vegetarians. The greatest impact was on women, then those in developing countries, then vegans.

May 26, 2022 · 4,596 followers View post →
Globiance Live Chat & Support
@globiance_Desk · X

RT @Dravidica: Los vegetariano tienen niveles más bajos de zinc en comparación con los omnívoros. Es lo que demuestra este estudio. https:/…

Aug 5, 2020 · 3 shares · 2,944 followers View post →

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@FUENTESMANZULLI · X

RT @livevitaeuk: The 2nd most important mineral in our body is ZINC. Yet the plant-based agenda + propaganda want you to be deficient. NO d…

Dec 23, 2023 · 1 share · 248 followers View post →
Live Vitae
@livevitaeuk · X

The 2nd most important mineral in our body is ZINC. Yet the plant-based agenda + propaganda want you to be deficient. NO diet should require supplementation to make up for its inadequacy. https://t.co/XNWXQjAR5f

Dec 23, 2023 · 6 likes · 1 share · 12,986 followers View post →
Carnivore is Vegan
@CarnivoreIs · X

@CarnismDebunked @fellowshipnate @JacobRHerwick @BranoneMCSG "Populations that habitually consume vegetarian diets have low zinc intakes and status" https://t.co/30n5gOA5M2

Nov 30, 2023 · 1 like · 3,706 followers View post →
dh2710
@HopcuttDarryl · X

@Kizwiz6 @Veganella_ https://t.co/Ui3LtXvbhu

Nov 23, 2023 · 64 followers View post →
Tim Orwell
@MichaelOrwell2 · X

@FreeFalling111 @FHickens her is another, https://t.co/vtn0WYHkS4 there are dozens - you need to be careful and have lots of oysters or drink your partners sperm or if thats all out meals of Legumes, hickpeas, lentils and beans

Oct 16, 2022 · 176 followers View post →
Joe B
@JBianco215 · X

https://t.co/cpXkKCOXPO Vegetarians and plant-based dieters do not eat enough zinc. 26/34 studies found significantly lower zinc intake and serum Zn levels in vegetarians vs. non-vegetarians. The greatest impact was on women, then those in developing countries, then vegans.

May 26, 2022 · 4,596 followers View post →
Globiance Live Chat & Support
@globiance_Desk · X

RT @Dravidica: Los vegetariano tienen niveles más bajos de zinc en comparación con los omnívoros. Es lo que demuestra este estudio. https:/…

Aug 5, 2020 · 3 shares · 2,944 followers View post →
Dravidia
@Dravidica · X

RT @Dravidica: Los vegetariano tienen niveles más bajos de zinc en comparación con los omnívoros. Es lo que demuestra este estudio. https:/…

Aug 5, 2020 · 3 shares · 4,826 followers View post →
Andrés Suárez Glez.
@serdna975 · X

RT @Dravidica: Los vegetariano tienen niveles más bajos de zinc en comparación con los omnívoros. Es lo que demuestra este estudio. https:/…

Aug 4, 2020 · 3 shares · 2,925 followers View post →
Dravidia
@Dravidica · X

Los vegetariano tienen niveles más bajos de zinc en comparación con los omnívoros. Es lo que demuestra este estudio. https://t.co/6PEC5jmyZb

Aug 4, 2020 · 1 like · 3 shares · 4,826 followers View post →