Depletes Zinc. This medication is commonly used for Hypertension
Studies have shown that treatment with medications like Angiotensin Receptor Blockers (ARBs) can lead to zincuria, which is increased urinary excretion of zinc. This increased excretion may potentially lead to zinc deficiency in some individuals and therefore supplementation should be considered.
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Zinc (as zinc bisglycinate and (TRAACS™) — 12.5 mg
Zinc depletion compromises innate and adaptive immune responses, leading to lymphopenia, reduced T-cell function and higher susceptibility to infections.
Low zinc disrupts keratinocyte proliferation, collagen synthesis and epithelial repair, resulting in delayed wound healing, dermatitis and poor tissue regeneration.
Zinc Bisglycinate by Pure Encapsulations — 15 mg