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Zinc is more than just atomic number 30 on the periodic table. An essential element for health and beauty, zinc promotes a healthy immune system, speeds the healing of wounds, promotes collagen formation, and prevents acne, along with dozens of other functions.

However, the human body does not have the capacity to produce zinc on its own.

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When our body and skin does not get enough zinc, fingernails become thin, develop white spots and begin to peel.

Other signs of Zinc deficiency include acne, loss of hair, skin lesion and slow healing of wounds. (more…)