The Surprising Benefits of Zinc Supplementation for the Common Cold

Zinc and the Common Cold: What You Need to Know What does zinc do for the body? Zinc is an essential trace element vital for immune function, wound healing, and DNA synthesis. It supports over 300 enzymes and the proper function of immune cells like T-cells and macrophages. Zinc also aids in the production of antibodies that fight infections. A recent review in the Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews found that zinc supplements might not prevent colds, but taking zinc at the onset...

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