Zinc is an essential mineral that the body uses to create proteins that are key to the immune system. It also helps the body detoxify harmful chemicals and promotes healing. Zinc is a mineral that is found in the body’s cells and is necessary for normal growth and development by supporting the body’s ability to make use of protein, carbohydrates, and fat from the diet, and for the release of energy from food. Zinc also supports a healthy sense of smell and taste, and promotes normal growth and development during pregnancy, childhood, and adolescence.

 In order to make sure that you are getting enough zinc, consider taking a supplement.  If you want to get enough zinc from food, the best sources are: meat, seafood, beans, whole grains, nuts, dairy products, and eggs.

Zinc has been shown to play a role in increasing the body’s immune response to invading bacteria. This means that a zinc deficiency can leave you more vulnerable to infection. Zinc also helps the body to heal itself from infection, and even helps to repair damage.

So my question to you reading this, are you getting your sample supply of Zinc through the foods you eat? Are you taking supplements? I’d love to know!