Zinc and fertility, go together like bees and honey. Zinc is the most important mineral and antioxidant in pregnancy and preconception. It is required for foetal growth and zincdevelopment of muscles and bones. It reduces the risk of stretch marks, perineal tears, cracked nipples and it is necessary for immune function and brain formation.

82% of pregnant women world wide are deficient in zinc

A study found that 82% of pregnant women world wide are deficient in zinc. Low zinc levels in pregnancy have been linked to labour complications, low birth weight and premature delivery.

Zinc and Fertility in men