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Zinc

The Immunity & Testosterone Mineral.

Effective Dose

15-30mg daily

Onset

2-4 weeks

Cost

Budget

Cycle

Daily or periodic

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The Quick Version

7 things you need to know

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What it does

The immunity welder.

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Worth it?

10/10. Essential trace mineral.

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How much to take

15-30mg daily

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Price

Cheap (under $15/month)

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How fast it works

Takes 2 to 4 weeks to notice

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Safety

Check if: taking antibiotics (space 2h), copper deficiency

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What people say

Nothing dramatic. But you stop getting sick as often.

Source Origin

Meat, shellfish, seeds

What It Feels Like

"Nothing dramatic. But you stop getting sick as often."

Trust Signals

Research backing for this ingredient

A
Evidence Grade: Strong

Multiple high-quality studies confirm efficacy

Studies

250+

Meta-Analysis

Yes

Scientific Consensus10/10

Strong agreement among researchers

"Essential trace mineral."

The Breakdown

Zinc is a trace mineral your immune system needs to fight off invaders. It's also essential for testosterone production, wound healing, and DNA synthesis. Your body can't store zinc, so you need daily intake. Athletes, vegetarians, and elderly are commonly deficient.

Dosing Guide
Min: ~8mgEffective: 15-30mg dailyMax: ~23mg

Products below minimum dose are likely ineffective

When

With a meal

How

15-30mg with food

Food

With food to prevent nausea

Onset & Feel
Give It Time

Immune improvements quick if deficient. Skin/T takes 4-8 weeks.

Usage Cycle

Daily or periodic

Don't exceed 40mg long-term without copper.

Mixing Compatibility
Use Caution

Competes with copper. Long-term use needs copper balance. Space from iron.

Did You Know?
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Oysters contain more zinc per serving than any other food. ~7mg per oyster.

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Ancient Egyptians used zinc ointments for wound healing without knowing why.

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Zinc deficiency affects 2 billion people worldwide.

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