Description
A highly absorbed form of zinc‚ which supports immune function‚ reproductive health‚ and the prostate
Zinc Picolinate features better absorbability than many other zinc supplements. Supplementation can be important for many persons‚ including athletes who lose zinc in sweat during intense exercise.
Zinc is essential for growth‚ immune function‚ testosterone metabolism‚ and numerous other functions in the body. Zinc is involved in more than 200 enzymatic reactions and plays a key role in genetic expression‚ cell division‚ and growth. Clinical studies demonstrate zinc supplementation can increase general wellness‚ and that it has a beneficial impact on connective tissue‚ as well as reproductive and eye health. However‚ not all zinc supplements are absorbed efficiently by the body. Picolinic acid is a natural mineral chelator produced from the amino acid tryptophan in the liver and kidneys‚ and then transported to the pancreas. During digestion‚ the picolinic acid is secreted from the pancreas into the small intestine‚ where it binds to minerals‚ such as zinc‚ to facilitate the mineral's absorption.
Individuals susceptible to zinc deficiency include the elderly‚ the immuno-compromised‚ those on parenteral nutrition‚ burn victims‚ and athletes. Adequate Zinc levels are needed to support the body's normal production of testosterone‚ a hormone essential for promoting lean muscle mass.
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). These products are not meant to diagnose‚ treat or cure any disease or medical condition. Please consult your doctor before starting any exercise or nutritional supplement program or before using these or any product during pregnancy or if you have a serious medical condition.
- MFG # M221
- UPC # 693749221029
Ingredients
Serving Size: One Capsule
Servings Per Container: 180
One Capsule Contains / %DV
Zinc (as Zinc Picolinate) 30 mg / 273%
Daily Value (DV)
Other Ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose‚ Hypromellose (derived from cellulose) capsule‚ Leucine‚ Silicon Dioxide.
Gluten Free.
Dosage
Take 1 capsule daily or as recommended by your health professional.
Precautions
ALLERGY WARNING
This product is contraindicated in an individual with a history of hypersensitivity to any of its ingredients.
PREGNANCY
If pregnant‚ consult your health professional before using this product.
INTERACTIONS
Zinc can inhibit the absorption of copper. Long-term zinc supplementation should include copper in a 15:1 (Zn:Cu) ratio.
TAMPER EVIDENT
Use only if bottle is sealed. Store tightly sealed in a cool‚ dry place.
Allergy / Dietary Needs
- Egg Free
- Gluten Free
- High Fructose Corn Syrup Free
- Nut Free
- Peanut Free