What Does Zinc Do?

The benefits of zinc are pretty immense. Zinc is a nutrient in the body that aids the immune system and metabolic function. It also helps wounds to heal as well as improve your sense of taste and smell (1). Zinc is found in a lot of popular foods we eat such as chicken, red meat and even fortified breakfast cereals. But some people will take a zinc supplement orally to treat colds. It is important to know that zinc can decrease the effectiveness of some drugs and does have side effects so it’s important to talk to your doctor.