Gastrointestinal infections are one of the causes of malnutrition and weight loss. Scientists have studied and evaluated the supplementation of zinc and other micronutrients in the diet to prevent micronutrient deficiencies as well as treat gastrointestinal infections.

Lysine is an essential amino acid that the human body cannot synthesize on its own. Lysine is used to synthesize proteins in the body, so a lack of lysine will affect the growth and development of children.