Minerals - Zinc - Ailments / Situations Where Used

Zinc may help prevent macular degeneration (degenerative eye disorder), acne, rheumatoid arthritis and other inflammatory conditions, most prostate conditions and Alzheimer's disease. It may help increase mental alertness and memory. Zinc is also useful for colds, flu, and other infections.

Zinc deficiency, stemming from poor soil conditions, has been linked to Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy / Prostatitis and Prostate Cancer.