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5. Zinc Oxide Supports the Immune System

According to a 2010 study, zinc oxide doesn’t only support the immune system, it’s a key ingredient in its functioning. Zinc is necessary for the formation and activation of T-cells, the primary immune system cells. Without zinc oxide, these cells cannot fight off invaders, leaving the body more susceptible to illnesses such as cancer.

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