Adding Zinc is not good for some people. All others it is fine, except in very small RDA doses. Zinc is used to chelate excess minerals out of the body, like Copper and Iron. It may chelate (remove) other vitamins and minerals as well. JMO

It is normally found in our bodies like iron is, but an excess or deficiency has been known to occur with some diseases.

Some say PWMS have an over active immune system. Zinc can increase the immune system's ability to fight disease, (or attack it maybe). So maybe that is the main point of why they don't recommend it. It has been known to cause ataxia, lethargy other deficiencies in higher concentrations.

It heals wounds faster, aids in bone and blood development, so some is needed. We get it in cereals, breads, grains and some nuts and other foods we eat.

I have too much Copper in my system, it's been tested, so I take the combo pill which has zinc in it to add some zinc to reduce through chelation the excess copper.

It is supposed to be good for those with ADD, and some skin diseases. It is used in ointment/cream form to help heal burns and cold sores.

This is just my opinion, btw. Just some experience and thoughts about Zinc. Other people may know more and have links.
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