Seasonal Dietary Supplements: Increase Your Zinc Intake

ZINC is perhaps one of the much lesser known minerals, but it is an important part of our diet supporting our immune system.

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Zinc is an important nutrient that helps our immune structures fight off bacteria and viruses, making it an especially valuable mineral during frost

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Zinc is found in many foods that make up a healthy weight loss plan. Unique resources include meat, poultry, shellfish, nuts, seeds, breakfast cereals

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Dietitians generally recommend getting your daily zinc intake through a healthy diet, but if you know you have a zinc deficiency, a supplement

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may be a good way to get it. Nutritionists also recommend increasing your intake of zinc in case you are experiencing nearby illnesses

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The RDA for zinc is 15mg for men and 10mg for women. You can take zinc tablets; however, exceeding the recommended dosage is not recommended

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because it causes flu-like symptoms and reduces your body's potential to absorb other essential minerals, including copper.

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ZINC is perhaps one of the much lesser known minerals, but it is an important part of our diet supporting our immune system.

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