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July 20, 2009, 7:03 pm
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If you supplement with Zinc mineral it is OK, because it is an essential requirement for good health. But excess zinc can be harmful. Excessive absorption of zinc suppresses copper and iron absorption. Just a reminder...

How much zinc is supposed to be too much? I only ever take it when I have a cold.

Hmm. If it's supposed to suppress iron asorption, I guess it could contribute to cases of anemia.

Excessive anything can be a bad thing with is why moderation is always a better key. I have never heard of a zinc over dose or anything though.

Surely if you buy a multi vitamin complex containing zinc there would be a recommended daily dosage in that so really you just have to ensure that you don't also take a seperate zinc supplement.