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Zinc Monomethionine Complex
Zinc is a trace element which is essential for normal growth, development of the reproductive organs, normal functioning of the prostate gland, healing of wounds, and the manufacture of proteins and nucleic acids (the building blocks of RNA and DNA). It is also neccessary for over 100 different enzyme systems in the body.
KEY FEATURES
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Essential for normal growth.
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Helps with the healing of wounds.
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Vital component of many enzyme reactions.
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Particularly important for healthy skin.
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Essential for a healthy immune system and resistance to infection.
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Plays a crucial role in growth and cell division.
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Involved in the metabolism of proteins, carbohydrates, lipids and energy.
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Helps skin conditions such as acne and eczema, prostate problems, anorexia nervosa, alcoholics and those suffering from trauma or post-surgery.
The mineral zinc is present in every part of the body and has a wide range of functions. It helps with the healing of wounds and is a vital component of many enzyme reactions. Zinc is vital for the healthy working of many of the body's systems. It is particularly important for healthy skin and is essential for a healthy immune system and resistance to infection.
It plays a crucial role in growth and cell division where it is required for protein and DNA synthesis, in insulin activity, in the metabolism of the ovaries and testes, and in liver function. As a component of many enzymes, zinc is involved in the metabolism of proteins, carbohydrates, lipids and energy.
Our body contains about 2-3g of zinc. There are no specific storage sites known for zinc and so a regular supply in the diet is required. Zinc is found in all parts of our body, 60% is found in muscle, 30% in bone and about 5% in our skin. Particularly high concentrations are in the prostate gland and semen. Men need more zinc than women because male semen contains 100 times more zinc than is found in the blood. The more sexually active a man the more zinc he will require. The recommended amounts of zinc for adult men are 1/3 higher than those for women.
The first signs of zinc deficiency are impairment of taste, a poor immune response and skin problems. Other symptoms of zinc deficiency can include hair loss, diarrhoea, fatigue, delayed wound healing, and decreased growth rate and mental development in infants. It is thought that zinc supplementation can help skin conditions such as acne and eczema, prostate problems, anorexia nervosa, alcoholics and those suffering from trauma or post-surgery.
Suggested Use: 1 tablet daily with a meal, or as recommended by your health care professional.
Supplement Facts
Size: 60 Tablets
Item Code VB1044
Serving Size: 1 Tablet
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Amount per serving:
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% Daily Value
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Zinc (as zinc monomethionine [OptiZinc®])
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30 mg
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200 %
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* Daily Value not established
Other Ingredients: microcrystalline cellulose, modified cellulose gum, colloidal silicon dioxide, stearic acid, and magnesium stearate.
Suitable for vegetarians and HYPOALLERGENIC. contains no yeast, dairy, egg, gluten, corn, soy or wheat. Contains no sugar, starch, salt, preservatives,or artificial color, flavor or fragrance.
Warning: If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your health care professional before using this product.
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