Question 1

are smoked oysters high in zinc?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Oysters have a fair amount of zinc.

Question 2

how often can i consume one can of whole oysters, (non-smoked) for the zinc? is once a week fine?

Accepted Answer

: Oysters are rich in zinc, and cooked (and then canned) oysters are especially rich in zinc. But if you have a normal diet, you're undoubtedly getting plenty of zinc without eating oysters. If you like oysters, either canned or fresh, eat them as often as you wish -- every day if you like them enough. But oysters are not necessary to have healthy zinc levels in the body.

Question 3

can taking too much zinc lower iron levels ?

Accepted Answer

Zinc: Zinccompetes with iron absorption and canlower iron stores.

Question 4

hi how can i restore my copper zinc levels to a normal balance please help ?

Accepted Answer

Diet : You can use multivitamins which will give you the required daily amount of those elements ... Also take  vegatnles and fresh fruits ...

Question 5

hi is zinc plasma 76 mcg/dl a normal level ?

Accepted Answer

Use the reference: Zinc is typically measured using micromolar/l (mm/l) and so mcg/dl values will be a bit different. Your lab results should also contain a reference range. If my memory serves me correctly, the range is usually between 9-17 in mm/l units. By my estimate, the level seems ok. However, check you reference range. Consult doc. Good luck.

Question 6

are there any body benefits to eating smoked oysters?

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Yes: Oysters have a # of health benefits. 3 oz of smoked oysters has 67 calories & 7 g of fat. They are low in saturated fat with no trans fats. They are a good soure of iron, selenium, zinc & vitamin b-12.

Question 7

could i have a container of smoked oysters every day?

Accepted Answer

Limit smoked food.: There are studies that show cultures with a higher diet of smoked food (like the Scandinavians) have a higher risk of stomach cancer.  Too much of anything is not a good thing.  Too much protein is a big part of the obesity epidemic today.   Have occasionally but do not neglect other yummy healthy foods like fruits, veggies and whole grains, complex carbs.

Question 8

can excessive alcohol decrease zinc and iron levels in the body?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Excessive alcohol intake impairs many stomach functions and can cause multiple nutritional deficiencies. For good heath - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, low fat milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. 
Practice safe sex.

Question 9

hi how long does it take for copper levels to get back to normal if zinc made them low ?

Accepted Answer

Depends: It depends on how high the copper level and how low the zn level. The higher the level, the longer it takes to get it down.  However you need to find out why the copper level is so high to start with since there is a disease condition associated with it.   However if you are taking copper supplement, the first thing you need to do is to stop it immediately.

Question 10

hi how long does it take to restore copper levels after they have been depleted from zinc ?

Accepted Answer

Months: You should get a doc who manages metabolic issues. The treatment is to give zinc supplements but giving too large amounts can cause serious side effects.In this case more is not better. Other factors taken in account when deciding how much to give is how severe the deficiency is, your overall health and other medication.

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Hi how can i restore my copper zinc levels to a normal balance please help ?

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Hi is zinc plasma 76 mcg/dl a normal level ?

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Are there any body benefits to eating smoked oysters?

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Could i have a container of smoked oysters every day?

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Can excessive alcohol decrease zinc and iron levels in the body?

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Hi how long does it take to restore copper levels after they have been depleted from zinc ?

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