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Men's Health

Information, Symptoms, Treatments and Resources

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Vitamins, Nutrients and Minerals Every Man Needs

Zinc

Zinc

This nutrient supports the body’s immunity and nerve function and has also been found to protect against prostate cancer.

How much you need: 11 mg/day

Where to get it: Red meats, some seafood, fortified cereals, eggs

Warnings: Consuming more than 40 mg/day can interfere with your body’s metabolism and absorption of other essential minerals.

By Angela Hiatt, published July 19, 2011. Angela is a Montana-based freelance writer and social media editor.