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Sep 2023
28m 40s

Should you take zinc for PCOS?

PCOS Weight Loss
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#199: Today we are talking about Zinc for PCOS! Zinc deficiency is more common in women with PCOS than those without, especially if you have insulin resistant PCOS. Zinc is an essential mineral responsible for nearly 100 biological chemical reactions and crucial for the regulation of hormone release. It is also very important for the reproductive system in w ... Show More
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