It's hard to find a body system that doesn't involve zinc. As an essential mineral that our bodies aren't able to store, zinc needs to be consumed on a daily basis through a healthy diet (meat, shellfish, seeds, nuts, beans, eggs) or supplements.
Zinc is involved in cellular metabolism, immune functioning, the formation of proteins and enzymes, the formation of our DNA, and wound healing. It is even involved in normal growth and develoment during pregnancy, childhood and adolescence.
Features
° Zinc Deficiency (poor growth, poor appetite, impaired immune functioning, weight loss, delayed wound healing)
° People at risk of zinc deficiency: gastrointestinal surgery and digestive disorders (Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Short Bowel Syndrome), vegetarians, vegans, pregnanty and lactating women, alcoholics.
° Impaired immune health (frequent colds and flu)
May also assist with:
° Improved immune health (during colds and flu)
° Improved wound healing
° Healthy skin, hair and nails
° Carbohydrate metabolism
° Cognitive function
° Fertility and reproduction
° Metabolism of vitamin A
° Testosterone levels in the blood
° Vision function
° Immune system function
° Maintenance of normal bones
° Protection of cells from oxidative stress
Directions
1 lozenge daily with food unless otherwise prescribed by your health professional.
Precautions
Zinc supplements may interact with medications: some antiibotics and diuretics.
Allergen Information
Free from: Gluten, Wheat, Dairy, Yeast, Sugar, Sodium, Artificial Flavor, Sweetener, Preservatives and Color.
Suitable for Vegans, Vegetarians, Kosher.
Ingredients
Bulking Agents: (evaporated cane syrup, microcrystalline cellulose, maltodextrin, food starch, citric acid), Zinc (as citrate, gluconate), Anti-caking Agents: (vegetable stearic acid, silicon dioxide, vegetable magnesium stearate), Natural Flavourings (lemon and lime).
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 lozenge
|
AMOUNT PER SERVING |
% Daily Value* |
Zinc (as citrate, gluconate) |
23mg |
230 |
*Percent Daily Values (DV) are based on a 2,000 calorie diet