BENEFITS OF ZINC on IMMUNE SYSTEM SUPPORT and Response plus Dosage and Dangers of Toxicity

In this video we go over the health benefits of zinc and the immune response

Welcome to the channel! We are focused in bringing life saving information to the public regarding nutrients that are critical for immune system functioning. We use only proven studies from credible sources. In this video we retrieved data from the following sources: Mayo Clinic, Medical News Today, and Harvard School of Public Health (article by T.H. Chan).

Health benefits of zinc and the Immune System:
1.) shortens colds.
a.) supplements in the form of sprays, lozenges or syrups taken within 24
hours of cold symptoms can reduce severity and the length of a cold.
2.) helps wounds heal.
a.) Proper levels will ensure damaged tissue re-grows faster.
3.) has shown to slow macular degeneration.
a.) slows the progression of age-related macular degeneration (vision
loss).
4.) is vital in fighting off infections (especially in the lungs).
a.) Proper levels of are critical in order for the body to fight off
pathogens.
5.) is a powerful antioxidant.
a.) Chronic disease is caused by oxidative stress (examples are insulin
resistance and cardiovascular disease).
6.) helps create DNA, cell building proteins, and is a trace mineral (meaning
the body only needs a small amount).
7.) is required by over 100 enzymes in the body to carry out vital chemical
reactions.

Recommended daily zinc dosage per life stage (age):
Life Stage Upper (Max) dosage limit
Birth to 6 months 4 mg
Infants 7-12 months 5 mg
Children 1-3 years 7 mg
Children 4-8 years 12 mg
Children 9-13 years 23 mg
Teens 14-18 years 34 mg
Adults 40 mg

The dangers of zinc poisoning (whether supplement or from diet sources):
Excess or large amounts above the age recommended intake can cause neurological problems, including numbness and weakness in the arms and legs. High vitamin zinc levels can cause a copper deficiency, along with nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, stomach cramps, diarrhea, and headaches.

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Link to the Mayo clinic:
https://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements-zinc/art-20366112

Link to Medical News Today:
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/263176

Harvard School of Public Health (Article by T.H. Chan/The Nutrition Source):
https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/zinc/
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