The ingestion of zinc salts also help in gastrointestinal infections, providing antimicrobial action in the GI tract. Zinc salts are also used as lozenges, to help kill bacteria and viruses. It should be noted however, that the administration of zinc to fight against pathogens without damaging tissues is still being studied.
Signs that your body is running low on zinc include: low blood pressure, loss of appetite, loss of taste & smell, depression, rough skin, weight loss, pale skin, diarrhea, hair loss, fatigue.
Zinc promotes biochemical reactions in the body by stimulating activity in about 100 enzymes. Zinc is essential for a healthy immune system, aids in wound healing, helps maintain the sense of smell and taste, supports normal growth and development, and is essential for DNA synthesis. In the form of zinc salts, it also helps fight against pathogens when directly applied. Learn more . . .
