Zinc - Negative Aspects of

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Introduction

This section outlines the negative aspects of Zinc (e.g. other substances that Zinc interferes with, toxic effects of excessive Zinc and contraindications).

 

Zinc may Interfere with these Substances

Minerals

 Excessive Zinc levels may reduce Chromium levels.  [1]

 Zinc competes with Copper for absorption (is is noteworthy that the Zinc Monomethionine form of Zinc does NOT compete with Copper for absorption).  [2]

 Zinc competes with Iron for absorption and excessive Zinc consumption may cause the depletion of Iron.  [3]

 Zinc may reduce the absorption of Magnesium.  [4]

 Excessive consumption of Zinc may inhibit the absorption of Manganese.

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