Description
Zinc is responsible for wound healing, our metabolism and tissue repair. It is only required in small amounts, however most of us are deficient. A deficiency could be responsible for many conditions and illnesses – could you be deficient? Zinc is an essential required by the body, and is responsible for over 200 different functions. Though zinc is a heavy metal, we all require a small amount in our diet; however, most of us simply don’t get enough. Zinc is such a critical element in human health that even a small deficiency can be disastrous to our health. Zinc is essential for cell division and the synthesis of DNA and protein. Involved in hundreds of enzymatic processes, zinc is pivotal for the metabolism of protein, carbohydrate, fat and alcohol. Zinc is well known for its role in tissue growth, wound healing, connective tissue growth and maintenance and immune system function. A zinc deficiency may lead to slow poor healing of cuts, scraps and abrasions, as well as reduced blood clotting capacity. Zinc is also essential for proper thyroid function, brain function, fetal growth and sperm production. Zinc deficiency is common amongst Australians, especially children. Zinc deficiency can contribute to conditions like:
- Birth defects
- Low birth weight
- Delayed sexual development
- Impaired learning
- Lack of sexual development in females
- Infections
- Loss of smell and taste sensation
- Poor wound healing
- Anorexia
- Loss of appetite
- Paranoia
- Depression
- Impotence
- Arthritis problems
- Cataracts
- Optic neuritis
- Acne and dermatitis
- Defective bone mineralization
- Delayed puberty
- Poor appetite
- Mental lethargy
- Short stature
- Pneumonia
- Poor immune function
- Reduced collagen
- Macular Degeneration
What will I get from the test? After completing the zinc test, you will have a personalised guide to your current zinc levels and an ideal strategy for how to stabilise them. There will be no more running from practitioner to practitioner in the search for an answer – the information provided is priceless and could provide an end to your symptoms. Most importantly, Emed will analyse the test results for you and provide an easy-to-understand but comprehensive manual and allergy report. The comprehensive manual will show you:
- What your zinc level is, and what it should be
- What strategy to take in order to stabilise your zinc level
- How the different foods in your diet may be affecting your zinc level
- Which exact natural medicine is right for you based on your individual result
- What dosage and time to take your natural medicine
- Dietary suggestions and information to promote optimal health
- Ongoing online support from Dr. Hooper and The Emed Team to help you implement the dietary changes and get the best results from the Test
What does the cost cover? The Initial website cost covers the processing of all information and interpretation and collation of final results into your personalised comprehensive report. All fees for the physical blood tests and transportation are to be covered by yourself at time of appointment. You will be given a referral after purchasing this test to take to your nearest blood collection centre. Approximate cost for the Zinc Test is $60.00.