Zinc citrate is a well absorbed non-food form of zinc. Zinc is involved in the functioning of over 300 enzymes in the body.
- With 30 mg elemental zinc per capsule
- This supplement may be useful for short- to medium-term use to increase levels of zinc
- If taking longer term, then consideration should be given to copper intake as zinc and copper compete for uptake and high dose zinc supplementation can deplete copper levels
Zinc contributes to normal:
- DNA synthesis
- acid-base balance
- carbohydrate metabolism
- cognitive function
- fertility and reproduction
- macronutrient metabolism
- metabolism of vitamin A, metabolism of fatty acids, protein synthesis and immune system function
Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal bones, hair, nails and skin; testosterone levels in the blood and normal vision
Zinc has a role in the process of cell division
Zinc contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress; it is therefore an antioxidant
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