Zinc (Food Supplement)
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Zinc is an essential trace mineral of "exceptional biologic and public health importance". It is needed for a proper cleansing of the blood. A lot of people do not have a proper zinc absorption, which makes them more sensitive for pimples/acne. The antioxidant properties of zinc help remove toxins, bacteria and free radicals from acne(scars) and improves skin healing by stimulating the production of keratinocytes (the type of cells the skin consists of). The antioxidant properties also help protect against premature aging of the skin and muscles of the body.
Strengthens the Immune System
Zinc plays a role in bolstering the immune system by assisting in the development and activation of certain white blood cells. Therefore, it helps protect the body from infections, viruses, and potentially some cancers. A lack of zinc leads to a weakened immune system.
Eating Disorders
Another benefit of zinc is in the treatment of eating disorders. A zinc deficiency has been linked to eating disorders such as anorexia and bulimia since it contributes to loss of appetite. With zinc supplements to replace the missing zinc, a person’s appetite can be restored resulting in weight gain and overall good progress with these types of disorders.
Related to this is the fact that zinc plays a role in the proper functioning of the taste and smell functions in humans, which are linked to appetite.
Pregnancy
Pregnant and breast-feeding women require extra zinc in their diets. Zinc is important in the cell division and generation process. During pregnancy, there is a significant amount of cell growth occurring as the fetus develops. Women that have adequate amounts of zinc in their diets while pregnant will help to reduce complications such as poor fetus development and premature births.
For breast-feeding mothers, in the first few months, breast milk contains substantial quantities of zinc and the mother needs to intake more zinc to replenish the supply for her own well-being and for the quality of the breast milk.
Overall, the benefit of zinc is to support normal development and growth of the human body during and after pregnancy.
Prostate Health
A benefit of zinc for men is linked to prostate health. Zinc can aid in fighting the inflammation and infection of the prostate gland.
Zinc is required by the body to manufacture testosterone and without sufficient amounts of this hormone, a man may suffer from a low sperm count, low sex drive, as well as other hormone related problems. Zinc also plays a role in sperm mobility and this mineral is being experimented with to examine whether it would be a useful therapy for male infertility.
Fighting the Common Cold
A controversial benefit of zinc is its effectiveness in treating the common cold. Some claim that sucking on zinc gluconate lozenges can help fight a cold and relieve cold symptoms. Although some studies indicate that there may be some benefit in reducing the amount of time colds last and decreasing the severity of symptoms, further research is required in order to establish a definite link.
Brain Booster
Some tests have shown that zinc enhances memory and thinking. In addition, for individuals who have suffered head injuries that involve memory loss, zinc supplementation has contributed to recovery.
Other
There is evidence that lack of zinc in the diet leads to deteriorating vision as individuals get older.
Adequate quantities of zinc in the diet helps maintain muscles in good health and contributes to their proper growth, strength, and endurance.
Because it is involved in stimulating the activity of many enzymes, zinc plays a role in the metabolism of proteins, carbohydrates, fats, and energy.
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