Zinc is an essential micronutrient found in cells throughout your body. It’s found in many foods, and it’s also available in various supplement forms. Zinc is a trace mineral, so your body only needs a small amount of it to stay healthy. Most people in the U.S. get enough zinc in their daily diets. Because your body can’t store zinc, you need a small but steady supply. For adults age 19 and older, the U.S. Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for zinc varies slightly.
Adult men need 11 mg.
Adult women you need 8 mg.
Pregnant women need 11 mg.
Breastfeeding women need 12 mg.