My husband and I recently started taking zinc supplements and have noticed some positive changes in our health. Upon reading about a condition called Pyroluria (caused by deficiencies in Vitamin B6 and Zinc) and discovering that both of us have many of the symptoms associated with this, we decided to start supplementing with both B6 and Zinc. This post in particular will focus on the Zinc supplement. Please note that we are not doctors, and this info is based solely on our own internet research and personal experience.
Some of the symptoms of zinc deficiency include (but are not limited to): • White spots or flecks on fingernails • Joints popping, cracking, or aching • Poor appetite • Poor taste or sense of smell • Acne • Depression • Poor cognitive function • Other Pyroluria symptoms including anxiety, inner tension, mood swings We’ve been taking zinc supplements for about a month or so now, and we’ve noticed some significant results. My husband has noticed a calming significant effect on his anxiety, and his moods have been more stable. The most noticeable effect in my own health has been in my skin. I’ve always struggled with acne and poor skin quality, but since I’ve been taking zinc, my skin has cleared up and has a much nicer glow to it. I typically only notice better quality skin when I cut all the sugar out of my diet and eat super healthy, but lately, my diet has been admittedly off-track, and even so, my skin looks pretty good! Even Tom has commented on my “glow”. I would also say that I’ve been in a better mood and have better overall cognitive function. There are several forms of Zinc supplements out there, and the two forms that I have read are the most easily absorbed are Zinc Picolonate and Zinc Orotate. I don’t personally notice a discernible difference between the two, but my husband finds that he responds better to the Picolonate form. The Awesome Amazon Link: Leave a Reply. |
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