Zinc is an essential mineral that is naturally present in some foods, added to others, and available as a dietary supplement. A daily intake of Zinc is required because the body has no way of storing excess.

 Low levels of Zinc have been linked to…

• Loss of appetite
• Taste changes
• Low libido
• Impaired Immune System
• Low testosterone
• Low energy levels

Why take Zinc?

While Zinc is found in food, specifically meat, supplementation is necessary for vegetarians, vegans and those who don’t consume a lot of meat. Intake of Zinc has been found to:

• Improve Athletic performance
• Improve insulin sensitivity
• Help break down carbohydrates
• Detoxify the brain of heavy metals
• Elevate mood and avoid depression

How to get enough Zinc?

• Oysters
• Beef
• Crab
• Pork
• Chicken
• Yogurt

How to test your Zinc levels? 

Sip on 1-2 teaspoons of Zinc Tester (zinc sulfate). Tasting nothing indicates a zinc deficiency, a slight metallic tastes indicates a slight deficiency, and a strong unpleasant metallic taste indicates that you are NOT zinc deficient.

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