Tag: 40 mg zinc

According to the National Institutes of Health, the tolerable upper intake level (UL) for zinc in adults is 40 mg per day. Exceeding this threshold, especially over a long period, is when a toxic amount of zinc can cause adverse health effects, primarily through interference with copper metabolism.

The National Institutes of Health has set the tolerable upper intake level (UL) for zinc at 40 mg per day for adults. What happens if I take 40 mg of zinc, a dose that pushes the boundary of this safety limit? This article explores the potential effects of this specific dosage, outlining both its potential uses and the risks involved, particularly with long-term intake.