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Zinc Supplement Summary

Summary of Zinc Supplement benefits



Zinc in general



Plays an important role in healing wounds.

Required to produce many hormons.

Several studies confirmed low level of zinc may be responsible for miscarriages and birth defects.

Promotes healthy immune system.

Anitoxidant support.

Alcoholics, diabetics, those who take large doses of vitamin B6 need to increase Zinc intake. Those who take extra zinc should also take extra vitamin A.



Zinc benefits



Helps prevent prostate problems.

Helps prevent impotency.

Helps control cholesterol and prevent arteriosclerosis.

Aid in healing wounds, both internal and external.

Promotes growth and mentral alertness.

Helps restore sense of taste and smell.

Helps treat infertility.

Eliminates white spots on fingernails.

Helps to make fragile nails stronger.

Fights against tinnitus.

Helps prevent hearing loss.

Helps prevent hair loss.

Helps to make rough skin smoother.

May help treat anorexia nervosa.

Necessary to produce hydrochloric acid.



Natural sources of Zinc



Eggs.

Brewer's yeast.

Wheat germ.

Ground mustard. Pumpkin seeds.




Fish.

Lamb chops.

Oysters.

Shellfish.

Mushrooms.

Torula and avocados.

Nuts.



How much to take



15 - 30 mg.



References



Vitamin and Health Encyclopedia by Jack Ritchason, ND. We think it is a good book. Prescription for Natural Cures by James Balch, MD and Mark Stengler, ND is another popular book worth reading if you take nutritional supplements. Cureself Zinc Page.



About the author:

Cureself Inc.() is a North American Dispensary of natural health products including vitamins, herbs, (natural) cosmetics, and other health promoting supplements.