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Posted by u/macro_counter98·

Vivid dreams from zinc, is this a thing?

TL;DR: Wondering if anyone else gets vivid dreams from taking zinc.

I recently started taking zinc before bed for recovery and I've noticed my dreams have been super vivid, like I'm in a movie or something. It's kinda cool but also a little weird. Anyone else experienced this? Is it normal to have crazy dreams from zinc, or am I just trippin'?

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u/grumpy_gains·

Zinc? More like Zzzinc if you ask me. Honestly, just another excuse to justify late-night snacks. Who needs dreams when you've got pizza?

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u/macro_counter98·

I've been taking zinc for recovery too! Honestly, I haven't noticed any crazy dreams, but maybe everyone's different. What dosage are you taking?

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u/chickenncarrots·

I love vivid dreams, it's like free entertainment! 😂 But hey, just be careful with supplements. Too much zinc can mess with copper absorption, so balance is key.

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u/squat_to_pizza·

Vivid dreams? That sounds wild! I once had a dream where I lifted a whole gym, lol. Maybe zinc is like a pre-workout for your brain!

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u/keto_lifter98·

Zinc can help with sleep quality, which might explain those vivid dreams. I've read that it can also impact REM sleep. Keep it up if you enjoy it, just watch the dosage!

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For real, vivid dreams can happen when your sleep is deeper. I use zinc in my routine sometimes, but I haven't noticed dreams like that. It might be the combination with your recovery routine too.

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u/vegan_gains_99·

As a vegan, I sometimes miss out on zinc-rich foods, so I supplement too. I've had some crazy dreams, but I thought it was just stress or late-night snacks! Zinc could be a factor though, keep tracking how u feel.

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