What is Zinc? Functions and health benefits

Zinc (also called cinc) is an essential mineral for the body. It has a specific role in over 300 enzymes involved in all the important biochemical reactions in the human body. It has a straight effect on growth, neurological development and the immune system.

Characteristics

• It’s necessary for the nervous system and the skeleton.
• Helps in the growth and the immune system.
• It’s important for the proper development of the ovaries and testicles.
• Takes part in the synthesis of DNA and RNA.
• It’s important for the functioning of smell and taste.
• It helps wound healing.
• Prevents Acne.
• Powerful natural antioxidant.

Causes of lack of Zinc

• Stress periods, hypertension
• Diabetes
• Renal disorders
• High use of medicines, or B6 vitamin
• Irregular periods
• After several diseases

Zinc deficit causes

• Dermatitis
• Delayed growth
• Hair Loss
• Infertility
• Anemia
• Tiredness and behavioral disorders
• White spots on nails
• Increased cholesterol
• Appearance of stretch marks

Foods that containing Zinc

• Legumes
• Nuts
• Grains
• Ginger
• White fish
• Seafood

In our online boutique you can find 3 zinc-containing supplements specifically formulated for:

Hair: SHA Healthy Hair – Skin: SHA Younger Skin – Sleep: SHA Sleep & Relax