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7. Zinc

Zinc is a very important mineral, especially for men. Unfortunately, excessive alcohol consumption and chronic digestive disorders, such as Crohn's disease, diabetes, and kidney and liver disease, can interfere with zinc absorption.

Zinc deficiency may contribute to erectile dysfunction and infertility because zinc is necessary for testosterone and sperm production.

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