Which nutrient plays a crucial role in the maintenance of healthy epithelial cells and is often deficient in patients with Crohn's disease?

A Zinc ✓
B Selenium
C Copper
D Vitamin A

Explanation

Zinc is an essential nutrient for maintaining healthy epithelial cells, and its deficiency is common in patients with Crohn's disease, leading to impaired wound healing and increased inflammation.

Mnemonic

Zinc = Zest for healthy epithelial cells

Source

American Journal of Clinical Nutrition
Metabolic and Nutritional Disorders Gastroenterology Nutritional Deficiencies in Gastrointestinal Diseases Hard MEDICAL Confidence: medium