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Header Specific Issues Regarding the Antioxidant Vitamins Minerals Zinc Zinc is a mineral that plays a role in many different processes in the body. The results of limited studies of MS and zinc are unclear. Some studies indicate that zinc levels are low in people with MS. Other studies indicate that zinc levels are high in MS, that zinc may activate the immune system, and that zinc supplementation may worsen an animal model of MS. The RDA for zinc is 11 mg for men and 8 mg for women. Given the uncertainties about zinc and MS, it would seem preferable for people with MS to avoid doses of zinc in excess of the RDA. Source(s) Copyright © National Multiple Sclerosis Society, 2003 National Multiple Sclerosis Society Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Multiple Sclerosis Foundation Draconian Special Thanks Family and Friends Back - Home - Next |