Zinc plays an important role in many enzymatic functions in the body. Found primarily in the kidneys, liver, pancreas, and brain, Zinc also helps support healthy immune system functions and is an important component of bodily antioxidant systems. Individuals who are zinc deficient tend to have weaker immune functioning. Supplementing with zinc may help enhance immune activity and protect good health during seasons or times in which proper immune function is most important. Zinc supplements are also commonly used to support skin, vision, blood sugar and bone health, and mood fluctuations that occur with women's monthly cycles.

Zinc deficiency can occur when zinc intake is insufficient or when certain health issues, including liver and pancreatic complications, poor blood sugar health and excess alcohol consumption, trigger increased loss from the body.

Zinc also has antioxidant properties, meaning it may help protect healthy cells from the damaging effects of free radicals. It's also essential for the growth and development of the reproductive system in both men and women, and for the regulation of cell production within the immune system.

Zinc is used by almost all our cells. In particular, our bones, the prostate gland and our eyes. It works with our enzymes in our eyes, liver, kidneys, muscles, skin, and testes. Zinc is essential for normal pregnancies and our growth. Zinc speeds up the process of wound healing, and can help prevent scars. It helps the body process the essential fatty acids that the skin uses for healing. Zinc deficiencies have been linked to a poor immune system.

Zinc Gluconate is a salt of gluconic acid and elemental zinc. As an ionic compound, Zinc Gluconate consists of one atom of zinc for every two molecules of gluconate. Zinc Gluconate is popular because of its high bioavailability and gentleness on the gastrointestinal (GI) tract.

Zinc Gluconate is a popular nutritional raw material used with the amino acid glycine in the manufacture of throat lozenges popularly marketed and consumed as an over-the-counter remedy for the common cold. U.S. Patent 4,684,528 filed by inventor John C. Godfrey claims that Zinc Gluconate in combination with the amino acid Glycine in a ratio of 20 moles Glycine for every atom of Zinc significantly reduces the duration and intensity of the common cold when administered with a throat lozenge. Godfrey claimed that the undesirable tastes and aftertastes of the unformulated zinc compounds were significantly reduced or eliminated when mixed with a sugary base (hard candy) and the sweet amino acid glycine.

Zinc gluconate and acne: There have been a number of studies done on whether zinc supplementation improved acne. The results are somewhat mixed, but overall were positive. The basis of this research came from observing that people with acne often had lower levels of zinc than people without acne. The bottom line for zinc gluconate and acne is that at 30mg there seems to be some benefit for acne sufferers. Zinc gluconate is more effectively absorbed than zinc sulfate.
 

Zinc is involved in many metabolic processes and body functions, which include the following:

Normal growth and development: Zinc plays important roles in bone growth and mineralization and the development of reproductive organs.

Maintaining healthy skin and bones: Zinc deficiency is linked to various skin disorders, including eczema, acne, and excessive flaking similar to what occurs in psoriasis. Hair becomes dull and lifeless looking.

Metabolic processes: Zinc is a component of various enzyme systems, and it is essential for the synthesis and metabolism of proteins and genetic material. The red blood cells also need zinc for the proper transfer of carbon dioxide.

Healing and immune function: Zinc promotes the healing of burns common infections.

Taste and smell: Zinc’s role in these senses enables a person to distinguish the taste of different foods.

Physiologically, zinc is vital for growth and development, sexual maturation and reproduction, dark vision adaptation, olfactory and gustatory activity, insulin storage and release and for a variety of host immune defenses, among other things.

Zinc may have immunomodulatory activity. It may also have antioxidant activity. Zinc has putative antiviral, fertility- enhancing and retinoprotective activities.

Zinc is essential for proper formation and maturation of spermatozoa. There is some evidence that zinc can promote and accelerate wound healing in some circumstances.

Symptoms of Zinc Deficiency

• Acne

• Anorexia

• Delayed wound healing

• Depression

• Difficulty hearing

• Fatigue

• Frequent infections

• Impaired sense of taste or smell

• Joint pain

• Light sensitivity

• Night Blindness

• Problems with hair, skin, or nails

• Weak sexual function or sterility

Suggested Usage: As a dietary supplement, take 1 serving with water or your favorite beverage,  1-2 times daily, or as directed by your physician. Read al warnings before taking Zinc Gluconate. The recommended daily amount of zinc is 15 mg for adult men and women. Keep in mind that the elemental zinc content of Zinc Gluconate is 22%. We advise that an accurate milligram weight scale be used to measure out each serving as measuring by volume is not always accurate.

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Warning: NOT INTENDED FOR USE BY PERSONS UNDER THE AGE OF 18. KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN. If you are pregnant or breast feeding, consult your health care professional before using this product. People with known medical conditions and/or taking drugs should consult with a licensed physician and/or pharmacist prior to taking any dietary supplements. Fiber binds with zinc and can inhibit the absorption and availability of copper. While this can be a good thing for individuals with overly high copper levels, it can be a problem for people with copper deficiency. Some researchers and health practice professionals recommend that individuals supplementing with more than 50mg daily zinc, take 2mg of supplemental copper so as to prevent copper deficiency. Take any antibiotics 2 hours apart from a zinc supplement. Signs of zinc toxicity include stomach upsets, diarrhea, vomiting, kidney problems. Signs of zinc toxicity include stomach upsets, diarrhea, vomiting, kidney problems. Zinc toxicity can be fatal. We advise that an accurate milligram weight scale be used to measure out each serving as measuring by volume is not always accurate.

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