🚨ZINC CAN DEPLETE COPPER LEVELS:
It is true that most of us are suffering from copper toxicity. It is well known that zinc is the antagonist to copper. Low copper levels is a big deal too, since copper depletion/deficiency is a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease (@drjamesdinic), and can also lead to lower ZEST and energy for life, since copper is important for the synthesis of Norepinephrine.
🚦EXCESS ZINC MAY BLUNT CORTISOL RELEASE:
This may be one major reason why Zinc is better for some if they use it before bed.
Findings showed an acute INHIBITORY effect of zinc on CORTISOL secretion during 240 min of the study period in the experimental group (Neto, 1990).
🚨EXCESS ZINC MAY DAMAGE METABOLISM:
After 8 weeks of 50mg zinc per day, researchers noted increased lipid oxidation, increases in total cholesterol, triglycerides, LDL-C, ApoB100 and decreased in HDL and ApoA1 in formerly healthy men (Xiang et al., 2004). This is quite alarming, however, if you have a deficiency of zinc, this will likely NOT occur. It’s about achieving optimal levels of nutrients, not FLOODING your body, thinking more is always better. 50mg daily for 8 weeks should only ever be used under the supervision by a licensed medical professional/doctor/N.D.
💥TAKEAWAY:
Strive for the optimal range, not ‘more is better’. For those who supplement Zinc on a REGULAR basis, at higher doses, this may lead to unwanted effects. Be sure to keep an eye on your Zinc levels, particularly if zinc appears in your supplements.
(This is not medical advice).
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