[Effect of alcohol on iron, aluminum and zinc balance]

An increased loss of iron, aluminium and zinc through the intestine and kidneys, creating the preconditions for the development of deficiency of these metals in the body, was recorded in males and females, engaged in sports, after single intake of moderate doses of alcohol. The next day after the alcohol intake males showed elevated retention of iron, aluminium and zinc, while females--that of iron only. In the latter the loss of aluminium and zinc still prevailed over intake of these metals with food.