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Zinc
What is Zinc?Zinc is an essential mineral that is found in every cell in our body. It stimulates the activity of about 100 enzymes, substances that promote biochemical reactions in your body.
Zinc helps with the healing of wounds and is a vital component of many enzyme reactions. Zinc is vital for the healthy working of many of the body's systems. It is particularly important for healthy skin and is essential for a healthy immune system and resistance to infection.
There are also other benefits of having Zinc in your body. These include:
- It plays a crucial role in growth and cell division where it is required for protein and DNA synthesis, in insulin activity, in the metabolism of the ovaries and testes, and in liver function.
- As a component of many enzymes, zinc is involved in the metabolism of proteins, carbohydrates, lipids and energy.
- It is necessary for a healthy immune system, and is also of use in fighting skin problems such as acne, boils and sore throats.
- It is further needed for cell division, and is needed by the tissue of the hair, nails and skin to be in top form.
- Zinc is further used in the growth and maintenance of muscles.
- Children, for normal growth and sexual development also require zinc.
- It also seems as if zinc helps to control the oil glands, and is also required for the synthesis of protein and collagen - which is great for wound healing and a healthy skin.
Side Effects and Warnings of Zinc
Zinc supplement over long term usage can interfere with the absorption and utilisation of other nutrients, such as iron and copper. Excess zinc supplement misuse can cause nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea. Zinc supplement misuse can also cause a lowering of the level of HDL or good cholesterol. It can also lead to poor immune system function.
Zinc is a very important mineral but you only need to take just enough. If you decide on taking mineral supplements for one or more reasons, it is very important that you consult your doctor first and report whatever Zinc side effects you experience.
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