zinc

Abstract Hypo- and hyperzincemia has been reported to cause alterations in the adrenal secretion. To determine the acute effect of zinc on cortisol levels, we studied 27 normal individuals of both sexes aged 20-27 y after a 12-h fast. The tests were initiated at 7:00 AM when an antecubital vein...

"Zinc-treated patients had significantly lower serum prolactin levels (11 +/- 4 ng/ml v 29 +/- 7 ng/ml) than untreated patients." https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/2864486/

I have been on and off zinc 50mg daily. My GP told me that I am taking a toxic dose (50mg daily) I notice that when I take the zinc my chronic sinus infections vanish, and then return shortly after stopping. Also, my lymphocytes are typically low, but after starting the zinc they returned to...

Hi, I have seen a lot of people take zing while on TRT, it is reported in many sites as helping with sex drive, natural estrogen control through mild aromatization blocking, etc. It is also found in oysters and stuff which are known for their aphrodisiacs effects. BUT It apparently inhibits...

I take magnesium and zinc at night for sleep and they work. I feel I have more energy the next day as well. It thought it would be easier to take the two in one supplement. ZMA can give me insomnia (possibly the B6) and this leaves CalMagZinc. I know that calcium can inhibit zinc absorption but...

As per title, did anyone experienced joints and tendons pain while supplementing with zinc? I tried a ionic liquid form since 2 weeks and it worked great to get rid of my gynecomastia, but I'm experiencing terrible joints pain these days while working out. I measured E2 while on it weeks ago and...

I'm not 100% sure I'm asking this in the correct forum, if not a moderator can move it. On my blood work in October my PCP found that my Iron level was low. I'm not sure how he concluded that from the October CBC Platelet and Differential since I don't see Iron specifically listed. I advised...

Zinc supplementation is popular with men including many on TRT . Those who have an MRI planned which includes the use of a contrast dye may wish to stop taking the zinc in advance of the exam. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4879157/ Patients are told the dye is safe because the...

Study eyed zinc for slowing progression of chronic liver disease Publish date: November 14, 2016 By: Amy Karon Frontline Medical News Key clinical point: Oral zinc sulfate supplementation might help prevent the progression of chronic liver disease and associated hepatocellular carcinoma. Major...

In a pilot, double blind, randomized controlled trial, Md. Rafiqul Islam, MD, of the Center for Clinical Epidemiology and Biostatistics at the University of Newcastle and the Hunter Medical Research Institute in Newcastle, Australia, and colleagues analyzed data from 55 adults with prediabetes...

I notice a huge difference sexually when I start taking a 50mg of zinc supplement. Even from the first dose. But I'm left wondering if there is any negative effects while on TRT. Like does it raise DHT? or is it a common suggested supplement to take? Any thoughts, info? Thanks

In my first post I stated that my estadiol was less than 5 and my T was 502. I have been taking a zinc supplement faithfully for years, 25 to 50mg per day. Does anyone think that this is what could have pushed my estradiol so low by blocking the conversion of T to estroge ? Also as I have...