Which of the following statements about zinc is false?
A) Supplements of zinc may help decrease the duration of the common cold.
B) Zinc is involved in the reproduction of proteins.
C) Zinc is absorbed best from plant products.
D) Zinc is a component of or required for activation of many enzymes.
E) Men have a higher requirement than women
C
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