Zinc

Written By Live Naturally
Dated: February 3, 2007

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Zinc is essential for growth, enzyme function, repairing of wounds and fertility. It helps to keep the immune system strong to fight infections such as coughs and colds. The best food sources are meat, poultry, seafood, eggs, cheese, nuts and seeds. The RDA is 9.5mg a day for men and 7mg a day for women.

Zinc-rich foods are known to be good for your love life. If your diet contains poor amounts of zinc it can be linked to a low libido and a loss of interest in sex.