Zinc: origin, benefits, deficiencies
Publié le 16-12-2020 et mis à jour le 02-10-2024
A deficiency in vitamins, minerals and trace elements is often the result of immune, digestive, skin and hair disorders. Pollution, stress, an unbalanced diet, hair loss, white hair, dandruff are problems that are occurring more and more and many people are affected.
In this article you will discover the benefits of zinc, a metallic trace element essential to our body. It participates in numerous reactions in our body, it is therefore essential to provide it in sufficient quantity and for this, the food is no longer sufficient, a supplementation is recommended.
The origin of zinc
Zincis a span>essential trace element present in small quantity in the body: 2.5g.
It is found at60% in muscles, 20% in bones and 20% in skin and liver.
It plays an important role in the metabolism of fatty acids and vitamin A, protein synthesis, the use of carbohydrates by stabilizing insulin for example, it participates in acid-base regulation against oxidative stress.
It is recommended to bring some 10mg/day for a woman and 12mg/day for a man. Recommendations for a pregnant woman are between 15mg et 23mg.
zinc is not made by the body, it must be provided through food and if it is no longer enough, it is possible to choose food supplements . Here are different food sources rich in zinc:
- Seafood notably oysters which contain the highest zinc content (25mg/100g)
- Abbots
- Meat
- Cheese
- Oleaginous fruits (almonds, hazelnuts, walnuts, etc.)
- Eggs
- Unrefined cereals
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Legumes (lentils, beans, etc.)
15 to 40% of zinc provided by food is absorbed by the body. It is therefore recommended to supplement to meet daily needs since the body cannot produce them.
The benefits of zinc for your hair
Zinc is known to have many benefits : it allows to fight against hair loss, hair thinning, hair vitality, cell aging, nail and hair growth and acne.
Indeed, it is one of the components of keratin, a protein essential to the good health of the hair. Keratin is a protein that makes up 95% of the hair fiber. It is made up of sulfur-containing amino acids such as methionine, cystine and lysine, B group vitamins such as vitamin B5, B8 and B8, copper, iron and zinc.
Contributions ofzinc help to stop hair loss, strengthen the hair fiber and stimulate hair growth. By intervening in the synthesis of keratin, zinc protects hair from premature aging by intervening in the appearance of white hair and by acting on oxidative stress.
It also fights against psoriasis, it helps to avoid the appearance of eczema and dermatitis.
Zinc deficiency
A zinc deficiency maybe responsible for significant hair loss, brittle hair, fine hair but also an open door for external aggressions, the appearance of itching and soft nails.
People following a vegetarian diet are more likely to be deficient in zinc. A balanced diet is no longer the only key since these days our plates are less qualitative . Foods that travel around the world no longer help to meet nutrient needs . To combat hair problems linked to a zinc deficiency, it is possible to choose a suitable hair food supplement.
At D-LAB we offer 100% natural and clean food supplements, without nanoparticles, without GMOs, without controversial substances and not tested on animals.
You can choose to opt for a zinc cure . Our Zinc Absolute improves the quality of the skin and hair. A high dose of micro-encapsulated zinc guaranteeing maximum bioavailability, that is to say assimilable by the body without being destroyed during the passage of the stomach thanks to gastro-resistant capsules. Its action is coupled with vitamin B6, B2 and B3 to stimulate the immune defenses, increase its effectiveness on the beauty and health of the skin.
To support the hair fiber, our Absolute Keratin provides a high dose of pure and patented keratin that is 95% assimilated by the body. This best-seller has an anti-hair loss action, it acts against dandruff, split ends. It responds to many hair problems and complements the action of Absolute Zinc. By providing essential nutrients to the hair bulb that it will draw from the bloodstream, Absolute Zinc and Absolute Keratin will act in depth on the internal structure of the hair.
The best way for a dream mane regardless of hair type: colored hair, fine hair, thick hair, frizzy hair, short hair and long hair.
Hair Routine - Benefits of Zinc
For supplement the action of food and food supplements you can opt for a more natural hair routine. Prefer some mild shampoos, organic and adapted to your hair type, a Moisturizing and strengthening conditioner. To strengthen your hair, adopt hair care and masks composed ofvegetal oils like castor oil, argan oil, coconut oil while adding a few drops ofessential oil ylang-ylang known to accelerate hair growth.
By providing a sufficient quantity of zinc you will act on many problems. Perhaps this is the key to your problems? Be careful, bringing too much can also cause problems and limit the absorption of other nutrients. Respect the recommended daily doses.
