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.
Quick Answer. Avoiding direct sunlight and eating a diet containing insufficient amounts of vitamin D can lead to vitamin D deficiency, according to WebMD. Illnesses that damage the ability of the intestine to absorb vitamin D, such as celiac disease, cystic fibrosis and Crohn's disease, can also lead to vitamin D deficiency. Because fat cells extract vitamin D from the blood, people who are obese often have a vitamin D deficiency.