Required as a component of numerous digestive enzymes
Vital in the production and proper action of insulin
Required to break down alcohol
Essential for the prostate gland, manufacture of various male reproductive hormones, and the development of the genital organs in children
Zinc is vital for the development of bones and teeth in children, for prompt repair of fractures, general growth, and the formation of cell proteins and bones
Essential for the development of the reproductive organs
Required for the synthesis of DNA
Vital for the production of keratin; fingernails are composed of mostly keratin
Important for healing of burns; zinc cream is used to protect from sunburn
For more information, please see me at Norwell Athletic Club (NAC).