Zinc

- Important for eyesight, taste, smell, and memory
- Too much zinc can be harmfulMedlinePlus: Herbs and Supplements: Zinc
- Alcohol decreases zinc absorptionMedlinePlus: Herbs and Supplements: Zinc
- Recommended daily allowance: 9-11 mgMedlinePlus: Herbs and Supplements: Zinc
- Higher levels recommended for pregnant/lactating womenMedlinePlus: Herbs and Supplements: Zinc

An essential element for human life, zinc plays an important role in many bodily functions, including protein synthesis, the healing of wounds, immune system maintenance, DNA synthesis, blood formation, the metabolism of sexual organs, and the storage, release, and function of insulin.Office of Dietary Supplements: Facts About Zinc
Oysters are particularly high in zinc, although it is present in most other meats and seafood. Zinc is also found in most nuts, seeds, beans, whole grains, and fortified breakfast cereals.
Signs of Zinc Deficiency
- Hair loss
- Diarrhea
- Impotence
- White spots on fingernails
- Loss of appetite
- Skin lesions
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The content on this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult a doctor for information on zinc.

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