The tort of intentional infliction of emotional distress has four elements: (1) the defendant must act intentionally or recklessly; (2) the defendant's conduct must be extreme and outrageous; and (3) the conduct must be the cause (4) of severe emotional distress. See Torts.
Zinc deficiency is caused by inadequate intake or absorption, increased zinc excretion, or increased bodily need for zinc. Zinc deficiency symptoms include growth and development problems, hair loss, diarrhea, impotence, eye and skin conditions, and loss of appetite. Other symptoms may include weight loss, delayed wound healing, taste changes, and mental slowness. Zinc can be measured in plasma, red blood cells, white blood cells, and hair.
Alcoholics are often deficient in vitamin D, which can lead to osteoporosis. Photo Credit Bottle with beer beer on a white reflecting surface image by Alexander Oshvintsev from Fotolia.com. Drinking too much alcohol can contribute to a vitamin D deficiency. A vitamin D deficiency can lead to serious health problems that affect the bones. A healthy diet that includes foods rich in vitamin D can improve and prevent a vitamin D deficiency. In some cases, vitamin D supplements may also be warranted.