Wise Owl Health’s zinc supplement should be taken once daily (or as directed by a practitioner). It is generally understood that zinc should be taken on a fairly empty stomach, at least a couple of hours after eating. Many people also report that taking zinc in the evening can help with a good night’s sleep.
Zinc can be found in good quantities in meat such as beef and pork, shellfish such as crab and mussels, dairy products, eggs, wholegrains and vegetables including kale, mushrooms and asparagus.
Zinc is important for cell production and a healthy immune system, so when deficient, your body struggles to produce healthy cells. Symptoms of a zinc deficiency could include loss of appetite, inability for the skin to heal cuts or wounds and impaired immune function. Some people are more prone to zinc deficiencies, these may include vegetarians and vegans, pregnant or breastfeeding women, those with high alcohol intakes, or specific conditions such as sickle cell anaemia.
