Zinc

Zinc is a mineral with many important features that is part of all body cells (in larger quantities in your bones, prostate and eye).

Zinc functions

• affects the function of reproductive organs, hormone production, and fertility in men
• enhances the natural immune response to infections
• promotes healing of wounds and ulcers, accelerating the process of epithelial regeneration
• is necessary for protein synthesis and production of DNA

Recommended daily intake of zinc is 8.5 mg. Zinc is found in a wide range of foods, so eating a diverse diet provides enough zinc. The best source of zinc is red meat, followed by dairy products, eggs, wholegrain cereals, nuts and legumes.

Its lack causes hair loss, prostate enlargement, mental disorders, susceptibility to infections, frequent colds, flu, joint pain, poor blood circulation.