12 health benefits of zinc for women, according to nutrition experts Good Housekeeping: Abigail Basson, instructor at the School of Medicine, noted that taking zinc can help aid in a variety of healthy outcomes—from a strong immune system to a healthy reproductive system. “Zinc is an essential mineral that is crucial for various physiological processes in the human body. It falls under the category of trace minerals, meaning that it is needed in small quantities but is still vital for maintaining overall health,” she said. |