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Good to know:	Although some people suggest using zinc supplements to fight the common cold, results of scientific studies have been contradictory.
Recommendations:	Men ages 11-51+, 15 milligrams/day Women ages 11-51+, 12 milligrams/day
Benefits:	Part of A lot of enzymes in the body, helps with tissue growth and wound healing, important for taste perception.
Food sources:	Protein-rich foods, including meat, poultry, fish.
Day's supply in:	1 small extra-lean hamburger (7.29 mg) PLUS 1 cup chickpeas (2.51 mg) PLUS 1 cup milk (0.98 mg) PLUS 2 slices whole wheat bread (1.1 mg) PLUS 1 cup plain yogurt (2.18 mg) PLUS 2 eggs (1.0 mg)
Watch out:	People over age 65 have a greater risk of deficiency because of a reduced ability to absorb zinc, disease states, or use of diuretics or iron supplements. Zinc supplements may be required if symptoms appear, including anorexia, slow wound healing, impaired taste sensation or reduced immune function.

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