Zinc

Zinc is an essential trace element that the body requires for many biological functions.* It is involved in immunity, proper wound healing, blood clotting, thyroid function, proper growth and maintenance of the body and keeping the skin healthy.

 Zinc is an essential part of enzymatic functions that perform cell regeneration, cell growth and DNA repair. It is vital for keeping the metabolism fast and healthy and plays a role in converting carbohydrates to energy.

Zinc is present in high concentrations in the eye and is essential for maintaining good vision. Zinc deficiency can alter vision, and severe deficiency can cause changes in the retina. As a result, it may slow the onslaught of age-related macular degeneration. Zinc has been shown to improve night blindness.

In males, zinc is essential for normal prostate function and its deficiency has been shown in male infertility and low sperm count.

Today many people believe that zinc plays a role in assisting with seasonal illnesses.* There are studies that show zinc can lessen the symptoms of such illness.* .