Zinc is a second trace element after iron. Trace elements are those elements that are required in a very small amount and perform vital functions. These elements are also called minerals.
Importance of Zinc within your body:
Minerals, vitamins and catalysts are somewhat similar in their nature and functions. Zink takes part in cellular growth, strengthening cellular growth, wound healing and digestion of carbohydrates.
How does it cure acne?
Researches show that most often acne is caused by weak immune system. The main responsibility of our immune system is to recognize the foreign particles such as bacteria, viruses and other harmful infectious agents) and produce antibodies against them.
Most often acne flares up due to bad response or wrong response of foreign particles, that is, the antibody produced to kill foreign particles also disturb and stimulate your sebaceous glands to produce more sebum. When excessive sebum is produced and mixes with bacteria, it clogs the hair follicles. Clogging of hair follicles restricts the sebum discharge from the skin and results in the inflammation of hair follicles and sebaceous glands. If the sebum still stays inside the skin and a bump flares up, it is called whitehead and if it ruptures epidermis and come out the skin it is called blackheads.
Thus, the real cause of acne in this case happens to be weak immune system that triggers the sebaceous glands to produce more sebum that later produce acne.
How can I get sufficient amount of zinc?
Although there are many sources for zinc, such as vegetables, fruits and different meats, the good source of zinc is meats such as pork, chicken and fish though fish contain less zinc than pork and other meats.
However you can also take fruits and vegetables besides meats. Other good sources include:
- Legumes
- Peanuts
- Banana
Conclusion:
Zink is a vital trace element performing vital bodily functions and lack of it often causes acne and certain other disorders such as poor appetite and loss of hair. Always intake balanced diet to get all nutrients and minerals and keep your body healthy.