Does zinc reduce estrogen?

Less Hormone Binding: Zinc deficiency reduces the ability of testosterone to bind receptors making it less functional. Zinc deficiency also causes estrogen receptors to attract more estrogen. Changes in hormone receptor binding lead to symptoms of testosterone deficiency and estrogen excess.

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Testosterone naturally declines with age in men but lower than normal levels can have a large effect on overall well-being. Most people assume that testosterone is implicated in building more muscle mass and increasing libido, but it’s effects extend beyond that. Deficiency can lead to fatigue, low libido, erectile dysfunction, increased body fat, depression, bone loss, reduced sperm production, hairloss and loss of muscle mass. Testosterone naturally starts to decline around 30 years of age but zinc deficiency can reduce levels even further. One study in 1996 showed that healthy men with zinc deficiency had a drop in testosterone of almost 50%. Serum testosterone concentrations were significantly correlated to zinc levels.

How does Zinc Affect Hormone Levels in Men?

Lower Production : Zinc is required in the chemical pathway to make testosterone in the body from androstenedione. Zinc deficiency causes lower levels. : Zinc is required in the chemical pathway to make testosterone in the body from androstenedione. Zinc deficiency causes lower levels. More Conversion of Testosterone to Estrogen : Low zinc levels causes more testosterone to be converted to estrogen. : Low zinc levels causes more testosterone to be converted to estrogen. Less Hormone Binding: Zinc deficiency reduces the ability of testosterone to bind receptors making it less functional. Zinc deficiency also causes estrogen receptors to attract more estrogen. Changes in hormone receptor binding lead to symptoms of testosterone deficiency and estrogen excess.

Test, Don’t Guess

Before you run out and buy a supplement, you may want to check your zinc status. If you are not in fact deficient and supplement with zinc, you may end up with Zinc toxicity. Acute zinc toxicity lead to fatigue, headache, irritability and dizziness. Excess zinc accumulates in the kidney and can affect cardiac function, impair pancreatic enzymes and affect copper status that lead to red blood cell microcytosis, neutropenia and reduced immune function. If you suspect you have low zinc status or are experiencing symptoms of hormone deficiency, book an appointment with one of our experienced team of Naturopathic Doctors. Simply testing your zinc status and testosterone help you get healthy, look good & feel amazing!

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How much zinc supplement per day?

How much zinc should you take? Category Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) of Zinc 14-18 years 9 mg/day 19 years and up 8 mg/day Pregnant 14-18 years: 12 mg/day 19 years and over: 11 mg/day Breastfeeding 14-18 years: 13 mg/day 19 years and over: 12 mg/day 7 more rows •

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Zinc is a mineral that's important to the body in many ways. Zinc keeps the immune system strong, helps heal wounds, and supports normal growth. Zinc deficiency occurs frequently in developing countries. Zinc deficiency in the U.S. is rare, because most diets provide more than the recommended dietary allowance. Why do people take zinc? Zinc has become a popular treatment for the common cold. Some studies have found that zinc lozenges may reduce the duration of cold, perhaps by a day or so, and may reduce the number of upper respiratory infections. Zinc helps fight infection and heal wounds. However, if you already have enough zinc from your diet, it is not clear that getting even more -- from supplements -- has a benefit. Topical zinc is used to treat diaper rash and skin irritations. Zinc has also been shown to help with ulcers, ADHD, acne, sickle cell anemia, and other conditions. In addition, zinc has also been studied as a treatment for herpes, high cholesterol, rheumatoid arthritis, HIV, and more. However, the evidence of zinc's benefit for these conditions is inconclusive. Zinc may be part of an effective treatment for age-related macular degeneration, but more proof is needed. Health care providers may recommend zinc supplements for people who have zinc deficiencies. Strict vegetarians, alcohol abusers, and people who have a poor diet are at higher risk for zinc deficiency. So are those with certain digestive problems, such as Crohn's disease.

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