Medically reviewed by Jamie Johnson, RDN Key Takeaways Zinc may help prevent cold symptoms or shorten the length of a ...

Possible side effects from zinc supplements may include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, dizziness, numbness, weakness, ...

Many people use zinc supplements to boost immunity or improve acne symptoms. Learn how much zinc is safe for you, and what to watch for if you use it long term.

When selecting eye drops, you likely go with what doesn't dry out your eyes and maybe the most affordable option. However, ...

Korea Zinc, the world’s largest zinc smelter, has announced a $7.4bn smelter project that will be funded largely by the United States government as Washington pushes to cut its reliance on China for a ...

Zinc (Zn) contamination in soils is a serious environmental issue with adverse impacts on plant growth and crop productivity. High concentrations of Zn can induce toxicity in plants, leading to ...

Zinc is an essential trace element that supports immunity, growth, and cellular repair. Adequate intake from food or supplementation helps prevent deficiency and promotes overall health. Zinc plays a ...

Virtually every peanut-growing county in North Carolina has at least a couple of farms where zinc toxicity is an issue. It’s a problem peanut farmers need to keep an eye on. North Carolina State ...

(Johannesburg, September 4, 2025) – A South African-owned company is providing access to toxic lead-bearing waste in the Zambian city of Kabwe despite immense health risks for local residents, Human ...

Offshore wind farms could pose a health risk by poisoning shellfish eaten by humans, warns new research. Potentially harmful levels of metal from turbine protection systems are "on the horizon" ...