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What Is Zinc That Helps Fight Colds and Why Does Your Body Need It?

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  Zinc is a mineral that is very important for our health. The human body needs it to stay healthy, even in small amounts. The human body does not produce zinc like other minerals. So, it must be obtained through food.   How can you make sure you are getting enough zinc and what can happen if you don't?   Zinc is not stored in large quantities in the body. So, you pay special attention to your diet to maintain body zinc levels.   Why Does the Human Body Need Zinc?   Zinc is essential for our health in many ways and the over three hundred body enzymes that depend on zinc. These enzymes are proteins that help speed up chemical reactions.   Zinc is involved in many important body functions, from the digestion of proteins and carbohydrates and the formation of DNA. It helps calcium and other minerals to be incorporated into bone structure and plays an important role in bone growth.   Zinc also acts as an antioxidant and helps your i...

Sunlight is Rich in Vitamin D and Helps Lowers Blood Pressure

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  The holidays finally give us a break from our busy lives and a chance to think about ourselves. Spending some time in the sunlight on the cool mornings of February will instantly make you feel refreshed and happy.   For years, we have been told that going out in the hot sunlight without sunscreen can be harmful. But the truth is that this hot sunlight is also essential for our bodies.   The sun's rays can improve your mood, lower your blood pressure, help strengthen your muscles and bones, and even help improve your immune system.   Benefits of Sunlight   Sitting outside in sunlight can be beneficial for your mental and physical health.   The human body stops producing vitamin D without sunlight, which is essential for your bones, muscles, and immune system.   In some countries, there are only a few months of the year when there is enough sunshine to provide the human body with the necessary vitamin D. In the UK, this is only ...