Zinc is a metal and it is known as essential trace element in the Mineral category because very small amounts of zinc are necessary for human health. Zinc is used for treatment in slow growth and acute diarrhea in children, and wound healing.Zinc is also used to boost immune system and treating common cold. Some athletes use zinc to improve athletic performance and strength. Some cosmetics has Zinc, which is also applied to the skin for treating acne, aging skin.
Zinc can be found in vegetarian food such as Soy milk, tofu, soybeans, legumes, nuts and seeds, wheat germ and cereals.
