Zinc

Zinc

Functions

This essential mineral is a component of more than 300 enzymes needed for bodily functions including, maintaining fertility, repairing wounds, regulating growth in children, cell reproduction, synthesizing protein, boosting immunity, preserving vision, and protecting against free radicals.

Zinc is also useful in fighting skin problems such as acne, boils, and to ward off colds, flus, and sore throats.

Zinc Deficiency

Zinc deficiencies are fairly common since it is easily destroyed during processing and cooking.

Insufficient zinc leaves us vulnerable to infections and allergies. It can also result in a dulled sense of smell and taste.

Zinc deficiencies have been associated with hair loss, infertility, and menstrual problems.

Food Sources of Zinc Include:

Brewer's yeast, dulse, eggs, fish, kelp, lamb, legumes, lima beans, liver, meat, mushrooms, oysters, pecans, poultry, pumpkin seeds, sardines, seafood, soybeans, sunflower seeds, torula yeast, and whole grains.

Herbal Sources of Zinc Include:

Alfalfa, burdock root, cayenne, chamomile, chickweed, dandelion, eyebright, fennel seed, hops, milk thistle, mullein, nettle, parsley, rose hips, sage, sarsaparilla, skullkap, and wild yam.

Using Supplements

Nature's Way Zinc 30 Mg - 100 caps Nature's Way Zinc is a mineral with antioxidant properties, and is necessary for protein synthesis, immune function, wound healing, development of the reproductive organs, prostate function, hormone activity, muscle contraction, blood stability, tissue function, infections, liver protection, diabetes, and the metabolism of phosphorus.

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