Zinc is needed for the body's defence (immune) system to fight off invading bacteria and viruses. It also plays a role in the senses of smell and taste, wound healing, cell division, cell growth, and breakdown of carbohydrates.

Natural Sources:

Cashews, almonds, wheat germ, spinach, dark chocolate, cocoa, kidney beans, mushrooms, alfalfa sprouts, seaweed, rice bran, tahini and green peas.