Essential minerals are nutrients that are indispensable for life activities. Zinc is one of them, and is an essential ingredient for protein synthesis. It supports the maintenance of healthy taste, skin, and mucous membranes. It is also called the "sex mineral" in the United States because it is essential for male sexual function. DHC's "Zinc" is a functional food that meets the standard criteria. It also contains "chromium" which is useful for health measures and "selenium" which supports youthfulness. It is recommended for those who tend to have an unbalanced diet or those who are concerned about their male power.