8 Factors Which Determine If You Will Absorb Zinc...or Not

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I want to talk a little bit about zinc, and the eight factors that determine if you can absorb zinc or not. You might have enough zinc in your diet, but can you absorb it? Could you be zinc deficient?   

What is Zinc?   

Zinc is one of the most important trace minerals and nutrients that you could have. Zinc is involved with your:  • Metabolism • Immune system • Protein metabolism • Enzymes • Neuron function • And more  

Zinc deficiency symptoms:  • Problems with your nails • Hair loss • Skin problems • GI problems • A testosterone deficiency • Problems with your immune system  

Why you might be not absorbing zinc:  1. Low Stomach Acid  2. Phytate (whole grains/brown rice) 3. Cadmium (tobacco plant/seafood) 4. Low Protein Diets (vegan) 5. IBS (Crohn's, celiac) 6. High Sugar 7. Bariatric Surgery 8. High Iron/Calcium  

Foods rich in zinc:  • Oysters • Meat • Nuts • Seafood


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