The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority SAHPRA has issued a crucial warning regarding products containing zinc picolinate and selenium that are being marketed for children, reports Cape town Etc .
In recent evaluations, SAHPRA has determined that both zinc picolinate, a zinc source, and selenium are not permitted in health supplements designed for individuals under 18 years of age.
The authoritys findings, detailed in their guidelines, underscore the potential health risks posed by these ingredients when consumed by children.
