Early signs of zinc deficiency
Dr. Berg points out that the first obvious symptom of zinc deficiency in the human body is actually "shortness of breath". When you go up stairs or exercise, if you are more likely to breathe rapidly than usual, it may not be due to poor cardiopulmonary function, but rather to insufficient zinc.
Zinc is a key element for the body to produce antioxidants. Zinc deficiency can disable antioxidant systems such as glutathione and catalase, making cells more susceptible to free radical attacks. In particular, heart tissue, which already has low antioxidant capacity, is more prone to problems such as cardiovascular weakness and breathing difficulties when deficient in zinc, as its repair function declines.
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Other health crises caused by zinc deficiency
Besides asthma, zinc deficiency can also lead to skin problems, hair loss, ulcers, loss of appetite, slow wound healing, and even a weakened immune system. Dr. Berg warns that modern people often neglect zinc supplementation due to refined diets and excessive sugar intake, which can make it difficult for the body to maintain normal metabolism in the long run.
Excessive zinc supplementation can also cause problems.
While zinc is essential for health, "over-supplementation" can be dangerous. If you consume more than 40 mg of zinc daily over a long period, your body may experience copper deficiency due to competition for absorption. Zinc and copper share an absorption pathway in the small intestine; excessive zinc can hinder copper absorption, disrupting the body's balance.
Therefore, moderate intake is key. For long-term zinc supplementation, choose a comprehensive mineral formula containing copper and other trace elements.
Eight signs of copper deficiency
Dr. Berger listed warning signs of copper deficiency caused by excessive zinc supplementation:
- Nausea – experiencing discomfort or vomiting after taking zinc.
- Flu-like symptoms include fatigue and decreased white blood cell count.
- Anemia – feeling weak or dizzy.
- Stomach pain – a tight or burning sensation in the abdomen.
- Numbness and tingling in the hands and feet – abnormal nerve conduction.
- Diarrhea – a digestive disorder.
- Faded or sagging skin – collagen production is hindered.
- Vomiting – a reaction to severe copper deficiency.
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Maintaining balance is true health
The key to health lies not in "supplementing more," but in "supplementing correctly." Zinc and copper are like two ends of a scale; too much of either will disrupt the balance. Dr. Berger recommends choosing a comprehensive formula containing multiple trace elements when supplementing with minerals to avoid imbalance caused by excessive intake of a single element.
He cautioned, "Don't ignore the subtle signals your body gives you, as they could be the first warning of an unbalanced diet."
YouTube source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jnya-nv-Olk&list=PLlWQQPXW0Gbz3gZZocnsU9Ae14FZiHk5F&index=68
YouTube Column: Dr. Berger's Chinese Health Knowledge
