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What are the benefits of taking a zinc supplement?

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Zinc is vital for a healthy immune system, and zinc lozenges can also be effective in reducing the severity and duration of a cold. Watch as consumer healthcare expert Tod Cooperman, MD, discusses the benefits/warnings of taking zinc supplements.

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