How does the intake of zinc impact immunity of a person?

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Zinc impact the immunity of a person:
Zinc is a very important mineral nutrient as it affects multiple aspects of the immune system.
It enhances innate immunity.
It enhances the function of neutrophils, macrophages, and lymphocytes.
As a result, zinc can improve the efficiency of phagocytosis and boost the production of antibodies by lymphocytes.

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