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Zinc is an essential mineral involved in over 200 enzymatic reactions. Science shows it may help support hormonal health in men.

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00:30 Zinc supplementation can increase Testosterone levels.

01:55 Zinc is an essential nutrient that plays many roles.

02:10 Testosterone is an androgen that plays many roles.

02:35 Zinc deficiency leads to structural changes within testicles and impairs testosterone synthesis.

04:00 The conversion of testosterone to its active form requires 5 alpha reductase, which is dependent upon zinc.

04:30 Zinc deficiency may lead to decreased male hormone receptor activity.

05:30 Mike recommends zinc bisglycinate chelate bound to glycine.

07:30 Zinc is lost in sweat and ejaculate.

09:30 Consider your zinc-copper ratio.

09:58 Low testosterone increases risk of cardiovascular disease, depression, cerebral vascular disease, insulin resistance, and increased belly fat.

 

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