 Bangladesh has a high prevalence of zinc deficiency among its population, especially among young children and non-pregnant non-lactating women. This is due to insufficient consumption of animal source foods, low levels of income, and poor access to healthcare services. Additionally, the presence of phytates in certain foods can reduce the body's ability to absorb zinc, further exacerbating the problem. To address this issue, the government should focus on improving the quality of diets through increased consumption of animal source foods, providing better access to healthcare services, and promoting the use of zinc-fortified food products. This article was authored by Subhaktijin Rahman, Tamid Ahmed, Ahmed Shafiqa Rahman, and others.