In the short term, consuming zinc in excess of the recommended upper limit (40 mg/day)[1] can result in gastrointestinal symptoms (e.g., abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea).[1][2] In the long term, excessive zinc intake has been associated with copper deficiency and iron deficiency, as well as suppression of the immune system.[3][4][5] Also, the application of intranasal zinc has been reported to cause a loss of smell in some people.[6]
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•Last Updated: October 13, 2024