Grants is a diverse community of 10,000 people descending from many cultures and backgrounds. Our climate is mild year round, typical of the high desert. We are located 1 hour west of Albuquerque on I-40.
Routine zinc supplementation is not recommended without the advice of a healthcare professional. In some people, zinc might cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, metallic taste, kidney and stomach damage, and other side effects. Using zinc on broken skin may cause burning, stinging, itching, and tingling.
The symptoms of zinc deficiency are related to the essential trace element's role in various processes of the body. Zinc is vital to a healthy immune system, so a zinc deficiency can result in frequent infections, diarrhea, and increased susceptibility to life-threatening infections in children.