8 Factors Which Determine If You Will Absorb Zinc...or Not

from Dr. Berg’s Healthy Keto and Intermittent Fasting Podcast · host Dr. Eric Berg

Talk to a Dr. Berg Keto Consultant today and get the help you need on your journey (free consultation). Call 1-540-299-1557 with your questions about Keto, Intermittent Fasting, or the use of Dr. Berg products. Consultants are available Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 9 pm EST. Saturday & Sunday 9 am to 5 pm EST. USA Only. Take Dr. Berg's Free Keto Mini-Course! I want to talk a little bit about zinc, and the eight factors that determine if you can absorb zinc or not. You might have enough zinc in your diet, but can you absorb it? Could you be zinc deficient?    What is Zinc?    Zinc is one of the most important trace minerals and nutrients that you could have. Zinc is involved with your:  • Metabolism • Immune system • Protein metabolism • Enzymes • Neuron function • And more   Zinc deficiency symptoms:  • Problems with your nails • Hair loss • Skin problems • GI problems • A testosterone deficiency • Problems with your immune system   Why you might be not absorbing zinc:  1. Low Stomach Acid  2. Phytate (whole grains/brown rice) 3. Cadmium (tobacco plant/seafood) 4. Low Protein Diets (vegan) 5. IBS (Crohn's, celiac) 6. High Sugar 7. Bariatric Surgery 8. High Iron/Calcium   Foods rich in zinc:  • Oysters • Meat • Nuts • Seafood Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio: Dr. Berg, 51 years of age is a chiropractor who specializes in weight loss through nutritional & natural methods. His private practice is located in Alexandria, Virginia. His clients include senior officials in the U.S. government & the Justice Department, ambassadors, medical doctors, high-level executives of prominent corporations, scientists, engineers, professors, and other clients from all walks of life. He is the author of The 7 Principles of Fat Burning. ABOUT DR. BERG:  https://bit.ly/2FwSQQT DR. BERG'S STORY:  https://bit.ly/2RwY5GP DR. BERG'S SHOP:  https://bit.ly/2RN11yv DR. BERG'S VIDEO BLOG:  https://bit.ly/2AZYyHt DR. BERG'S HEALTH COACHING TRAINING:  https://bit.ly/2SZlH3o Follow us on FACEBOOK:  https://www.messenger.com/t/drericberg TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/DrBergDC YOUTUBE:  https://www.youtube.com/user/drericberg123 Send a Message to Dr. Berg and his team: https://www.messenger.com/t/drericberg

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Talk to a Dr. Berg Keto Consultant today and get the help you need on your journey (free consultation). Call 1-540-299-1557 with your questions about Keto, Intermittent Fasting, or the use of Dr. Berg products. Consultants are available Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 9 pm EST. Saturday & Sunday 9 am to 5 pm EST. USA Only. Take Dr. Berg's Free Keto Mini-Course! I want to talk a little bit about zinc, and the eight factors that determine if you can absorb zinc or not. You might have enough zinc in your diet, but can you absorb it? Could you be zinc deficient? What is Zinc? Zinc is one of the most important trace minerals and nutrients that you could have. Zinc is involved with your: • Metabolism • Immune system • Protein metabolism • Enzymes • Neuron function • And more Zinc deficiency symptoms: • Problems with your nails • Hair loss • Skin problems • GI problems • A testosterone deficiency • Problems with your immune system Why you might be not absorbing zinc: 1. Low Stomach Acid 2. Phytate (whole grains/brown rice) 3. Cadmium (tobacco plant/seafood) 4. Low Protein Diets (vegan) 5. IBS (Crohn's, celiac) 6. High Sugar 7. Bariatric Surgery 8. High Iron/Calcium Foods rich in zinc: • Oysters • Meat • Nuts • Seafood Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio: Dr. Berg, 51 years of age is a chiropractor who specializes in weight loss through nutritional & natural methods. His private practice is located in Alexandria, Virginia. His clients include senior officials in the U.S. government & the Justice Department, ambassadors, medical doctors, high-level executives of prominent corporations, scientists, engineers, professors, and other clients from all walks of life. He is the author of The 7 Principles of Fat Burning. ABOUT DR. BERG: https://bit.ly/2FwSQQT DR. BERG'S STORY: https://bit.ly/2RwY5GP DR. BERG'S SHOP: https://bit.ly/2RN11yv DR. BERG'S VIDEO BLOG: https://bit.ly/2AZYyHt DR. BERG'S HEALTH COACHING TRAINING: https://bit.ly/2SZlH3o Follow us on FACEBOOK: https://www.messenger.com/t/drericberg TWITTER: https://twitter.com/DrBergDC YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/user/drericberg123 Send a Message to Dr. Berg and his team: https://www.messenger.com/t/drericberg

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