Zinc

Basics

Zinc is a mineral that is vital to many biological functions such as immune resistance, wound healing, digestion, reproduction, physical growth, diabetes control, taste and smell.

Benefits

It functions as an antioxidant, protects against fungal infections and various infectious disorders, assists in maintaining the proper concentration of vitamin E in the blood.

Sources

beans, lentils, yeast, nuts, seeds and wholegrain cereals

Deficiency

hair loss, skin lesions, diarrhea, poor night vision and wound-healing, wasting of body tissues, cognitive function, and hormonal function.