About Zinc 10

Zinc, an essential trace element, plays a pivotal role in numerous metabolic processes within cells, contributing to protein and DNA synthesis and carbohydrate breakdown – a primary energy source for the body. Present in nearly all our cells, Zinc is crucial for growth and development.

Integral to immune function, taking Zinc within 24 hours of symptom onset can reduce the duration and severity of a common cold. Given its key roles in collagen synthesis, immune function, and inflammation control, oral Zinc supplementation can expedite wound healing, alleviate inflammation, and ameliorate inflammatory conditions like acne. Furthermore, it can diminish early signs of skin aging (lines, wrinkles, spots, etc.).

Zinc may help delay age-related macular degeneration (AMD) progression and vision loss. Hormonal balance is also significantly impacted by Zinc; therefore, deficiency may disrupt thyroid function, fertility, and increase diabetes risk. Essential for gut barrier function, Zinc supports liver and prostate health.

Symptoms of Zinc deficiency can include loss of appetite, frequent sickness, allergies, brittle or white-spotted nails, impaired taste and smell, skin issues, hair loss, and compromised vision.

Modern societies are increasingly seeing Zinc deficiencies, with 10-35% of Canadians, per Health Canada, receiving insufficient dietary Zinc. Modern farming methods deplete soil of minerals like Zinc, impacting our food's nutritional content. Thus, daily Zinc supplementation may be necessary to maintain equilibrium, as the body lacks a specialized Zinc storage system.