Zinc is one of the most important nutrients for supporting your immune system.* Yet, as many as two billion people don’t get enough of this vital mineral, including these especially vulnerable groups:

• Adults 60 years old and over
• Strict vegetarians
• People with a poor diet
• Grain, seed, nut and legume eaters
• Pregnant and nursing women
• People who consume excessive alcohol
• People with gastrointestinal concerns

While zinc deficiency may be widespread, few people – and doctors – ever consider zinc when looking further into many health issues. Why is that?

Because the signs of possible zinc deficiency mimic other common conditions, your doctor may not recognize zinc as a potential culprit.

Why Healthy Immune Function Requires Zinc

The only mineral more common in your body than zinc is iron.

However, unlike iron, your body cannot store zinc. You must consume it daily to have adequate levels.