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Zinc: Essential for Every Body

April 9, 2020 | Leave a Comment

 

Zinc is second to iron as the most common mineral in the human body and it’s found in every cell, making it vital to the health and wellbeing of children and adults.

 

Zinc plays an indispensable role in hundreds of biochemical reactions including those that support the development and the health of the blood, skin, muscles, and hormones. Zinc also supports optimal function of the nervous system, immune system, and endocrine system, making zinc essential for health and wellbeing. | KalenaSpire

 

Zinc plays an indispensable role in hundreds of biochemical reactions including those that support the development and the health of the blood, skin, muscles, and hormones. Zinc also supports optimal function of the nervous system, immune system, and endocrine system.

 

ZINC ESSENTIALS

Zinc is present in a great variety of foods, such as eggs, seeds, nuts, dry beans, red meat, miso, dark turkey meat, dark leafy greens, and scallops. However, because there is evidence of mineral depletion in soils around the world, your holistic health practitioner may recommend a trace mineral supplement. A zinc supplement might also be recommended for people with a medical condition that affects absorption.

Medical researchers are looking at how the body utilizes zinc and whether or not taking zinc can improve treatment for Celiac Disease, diabetes, thyroid function, heart disease, and other health concerns. In other research, a connection exists between taking certain forms of zinc and a reduction in the number of colds in a year, the number of missed school days, and the amount of antibiotics required in otherwise healthy children.

 

BE SUPPLEMENT SAVVY

A person’s need for supplemental zinc varies based on age, gender, and other health factors. There are several forms of zinc, but not all are appropriate for every person. For some people, zinc supplements can cause upset stomach or interfere with the actions of other medications. Also, taking too much zinc can have a toxic effect. Consult with your natural medicine practitioner before starting a zinc supplement.

 

 

Is zinc essential for your optimal wellness? Share in the comments below!

 

 

References
  • Taitelbaum, J. “Fall into Wellness.” Good Health Lifestyles (Oct 2017) print. pp. 23-24.
  • Murray, M.T. & Joseph Pizzorno, The Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine (3rd Ed.) 2012. Atria/ Simon & Schuster, Inc: NY, NY.
  • University of Maryland Alternative Medicine Resources. Accessed 6 Feb 2018: https://www.umm.edu/health/medical/altmed/supplement/zinc
  • Zinc & Fighting the Common Cold: Differences Found in Adults and Children http://www.reuters.com/article/2012/05/07/us-zinc-commoncold-idUSBRE8460RG20120507
  • Dietary Reference Intakes For Vitamin A, Vitamin K, Arsenic, Boron, Chromium, Copper, Iodine, Iron, Manganese, Molybdenum, Nickel, Silicon, Vanadium, and Zinc. National Academy Press, Washington, D.C. https://www.nap.edu/read/10026/chapter/1#xv
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About Dr. Christine

Christine Cherpak is a Doctor of Clinical Nutrition, Wellness Expert, and the founder of KalenaSpire, an integrative nutrition coaching and private yoga practice that specializes in women's wellness, gastrointestinal and immune health, nutritional biochemistry, and nutrigenomics. Christine supports her clients in understanding the root cause of their health issues, creates a custom eating, supplement, and lifestyle protocol to put them on the road to healing, and shows them how to make sustainable lifestyle changes so they can finally enjoy and elevate their lives.

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