Grants is a diverse community of 10,000 people descending from many cultures and backgrounds. Our climate is mild year round, typical of the high desert. We are located 1 hour west of Albuquerque on I-40.
Routine zinc supplementation is not recommended without the advice of a healthcare professional. In some people, zinc might cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, metallic taste, kidney and stomach damage, and other side effects. Using zinc on broken skin may cause burning, stinging, itching, and tingling.
The maximum safe daily intake for zinc is 40 milligrams per day for men, according to the Office of Dietary Supplements. Side effects from too much zinc include headaches, nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps and diarrhea.