Grants is a diverse community of 10,000 people descending from many cultures and backgrounds. Our climate is mild year round, typical of the high desert. We are located 1 hour west of Albuquerque on I-40.
Routine zinc supplementation is not recommended without the advice of a healthcare professional. In some people, zinc might cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, metallic taste, kidney and stomach damage, and other side effects. Using zinc on broken skin may cause burning, stinging, itching, and tingling.
Side Effects. Regardless of the benefits, there are side effects of zinc supplements if taken in high quantities. Too much is essentially toxic to the body. Where supplements result in an increased immune response and are reputed to reduce the severity of a cold, excess zinc actually seems to depress the immune system.