28 Sep
Zinc: Watch Out for Drug Interactions
If you’re taking Zinc supplements, beware. High doses can interfere with how your body metabolizes copper and iron, may weaken the immune system and may also reduce the levels of HDL (good cholestrol). It is unclear, since there are many studies with mixed results, if Zinc reduces the length of a common cold.
Zinc supplements can also interact with a number of drugs, including antibiotics, blood pressure medications and NSAIDs.
The Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA) for Zinc is 11mg for men, 8 mg for women. Common sources include: meat and poultry, beans, nuts and lentils.