Product Description
Zinc is an essential trace mineral vital for the normal functioning of many body processes, 75% of Zinc is found in bones, muscles and skin. It is vital for the healthy functioning of over 200 enzymes.
- Suitable for Vegetarians? Yes
- Suitable for Vegans? Yes
Artifical Additives Free, Yeast Free, Gluten Free, Salt Free, Sugar Free, Dairy Free, Wheat Free, Corn Free
Why Take a Zinc & Copper Supplement?
Zinc is an essential trace mineral vital for the normal functioning of many body processes, 75% of Zinc is found in bones, muscles and skin. It is vital for the healthy functioning of over 200 enzymes.
Zinc is needed to promote proper growth, have a healthy development of the sexual organs, including boosting testosterone production and promoting healthy sperm production. It is vital for maintaining a healthy prostrate in men.
Zinc is needed to boost the immune system and protect against free radical damage. It is very effective at protecting against and fighting symptoms of the common cold.
Many athletes and sports people use Zinc supplement because excessive perspiration can reduce the levels of Zinc retained by the body.
The average diet is lacking in Zinc, a supplementation of between 12-25mg can help prevent a deficiency. Low levels of Zinc can result in loss of taste, poor appetite and hair growth. White spots on the nails can be alleviated by taking a Zinc supplement.
Taking Zinc over a long period of time can lead to a deficiency of copper, therefore it is wise to take this supplement with Copper if you intend to take Zinc for more than 6 weeks.
Contraindicatioins
Excessive amounts of Zinc over 300mg can lead to nausea.
Questions and Answers
Q. I am taking a multivitamin with 14mg of iron everyday and want to introduce zinc 14mg everyday because I dont eat enough zinc containing foods, so is o.k to for long-term use? Thanks
A. Personally I wouldn't take iron and zinc at the same time as there are a few reports that there is an interaction between the two when the iron intake is high. Mainly it is thought by some nutritionists that combining the 2 can reduce the effectiveness of both. There have also been a couple of reports that suggest an effect on hemoglobin concentrations. When iron and zinc are taken in food there is no interaction. So, in response I would seek a professional nutritionist advice on this. Thanks
Q. Is taking the 12/14 mg of zinc daily safe or will it interfere with the other vitamins? Thanks
A. It is safe but it depends on what other vits you are taking - you don't want to take too much of course. Thanks
