diarrhea, skin lesions, loss of appetite, and diminished antioxidant defense in infants and toddlers.6 Lack of zinc intake affects immune system functions by disrupting cytokine synthesis and impairing NK-cell and T-cell activities and antibody response.8 Adequate intake of micronutrients is important for optimum growth and overall development in children; it also helps boost immune functions, enhances resistance against infections, and promotes quick recovery from infections.8 References 1. World Health Organization. Micronutrients. https://www.who.int/health-topics/. Accessed March 16, 2023. 2. Tam E, et al. Nutrients. 2020;12(2):289. ... continued from page 13 (The Importance of Micronutrients in Children’s Growth and Development) provided at hospitals, clinics, and well-being retreats, cater to the global population and are projected to reach USD 23 billion in FY 2023. The TC helps students identify their interests, set objectives, head in the direction of their vision, and establish their careers in this fast-growing industry. Himalaya’s Role in Shaping Students’ Career in Ayurveda Himalaya Wellness Company, a pioneer in herbal pharmaceuticals, has been serving humanity through its revolutionary proprietary formulations. Himalaya conducts several programs under the Ayurvedic Medical College (AMC) Connect initiative, which help bridge the gap between the Ayurveda fraternity and the pharmaceutical industry. The AMC Connect team has supported colleges in delivering the TC by conducting sessions for the students on Scope in the Pharma Industry After Graduation/Postgraduation in Ayurveda. In this regard, Dr Sameer Chauhan (Manager - Scientific Services, Himalaya Wellness Company) delivered lectures in 9 colleges across Gujarat (India) and addressed more than 600 students. Dr Sameer With Students Who Attended the Session on TC in GJ Patel Ayurveda College and Research Center (Anand, Gujarat, India) The TC Session With Quiz at KJ Institute of Ayurveda and Research (Vadodara, Gujarat, India) The TC Session at Parul Institute of Ayurved (Vadodara, Gujarat, India) 3. Morris AL, Mohiuddin SS. Biochemistry, Nutrients. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island, FL: StatPearls Publishing; 2022. 4. Bird JK, et al. Nutrients. 2017;9(7):655. 5. Bailey RL, et al. Ann Nutr Metab. 2015;66(Suppl 2):22–33. 6. Savarino G, et al. Ital J Pediatr. 2021;47(1):109. 7. Arcanjo FPN, et al. J Nutr Metab. 2016;2016: 7357136. 8. Mason P, Jenkins G. Nutr Food Technol Open Access. 2021;8(1). 9. Tinelli C, et al. Front Nutr. 2019;6:49. 10. Obeagu EI, et al. Int J Curr Res Med Sci. 2021;7(5):17–24. 11. National Health Portal, India. Healthy nutrition and nutritional disorders. https://www.nhp.gov.in/healthlyliving/healthy-nutrition. Updated May 1, 2019. Accessed March 16, 2023. 12. Harvard T. H. Chan. The nutrition source: Zinc. https://www.hsph.harvard. edu/. Reviewed March 2023. Accessed March 16, 2023. Himalaya Infoline • Vol 19 • No. 2 • May–Aug 2023 • 15
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