The Handy-Dandy, Exhaustive Guide To Vitamins & Minerals; Complete From Vitamin A to Zinc [Part 2]
What is Zinc (Zn)
Zinc is essential for the optimal functioning of 300+ enzymes, which support a cornucopia of different processes, including: energy metabolism, wound healing and immunity, protein synthesis, DNA synthesis, and normal growth & dev.
It’s also critical for accurate taste and smell.12
For those with skin conditions, zinc may help improve acne and psoriasis. ((MayoClinic - Zinc))3
- Best Sources of Zinc — Think SHELLFISH & MEAT. Oysters are by far the best source — 1 cup (169 calories) packs a whopping 1,502% DV. Crab, beef, lobster, poultry, pork, cereal, sesame seeds, and pumpkin seeds are also high in zinc.4
- Recommended Daily Intake — Men =11 mg/day; women = 8 mg/day.
- Zinc Deficiency — Growth issues, appetite loss, eye & skin conditions, and reduced immunity.
Minerals:
Calcium | Potassium | Iron | Zinc | Magnesium | Phosphorus | Sodium | The Rest
References, Notes, Links
- MayoClinic - Zinc [↩]
- ODS - Zinc [↩]
- Ozuguz P, Dogruk Kacar S, Ekiz O, Takci Z, Balta I, Kalkan G. Evaluation of serum vitamins A and E and zinc levels according to the severity of acne vulgaris. Cutan Ocul Toxicol. 2013 Jul 5 [↩]
- NutritionData - Zinc [↩]
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