Zinc Glycinate (Original)

Zinc is an essential trace mineral and more than 300 enzymes depend on zinc for their normal activities in cellular metabolism. As a cofactor, zinc participates in carbohydrate and protein metabolism. This pivotal role in protein metabolism impacts wound healing, DNA synthesis, normal inflammatory response and normal growth and development during childhood, adolescence and pregnancy [1]. Zinc helps maintain the structural integrity of cell membranes by assisting them in their normal function and protects them from oxidative damage [2].

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Zinc is an essential trace mineral and more than 300 enzymes depend on zinc for their normal activities in cellular metabolism. As a cofactor, zinc participates in carbohydrate and protein metabolism. This pivotal role in protein metabolism impacts wound healing, DNA synthesis, normal inflammatory response and normal growth and development during childhood, adolescence and pregnancy [1]. Zinc helps maintain the structural integrity of cell membranes by assisting them in their normal function and protects them from oxidative damage [2].

Research in human subjects of various ages suggests that zinc supplementation decreases oxidative stress markers, supports a normal response to inflammation, and appears to be a factor in balancing TH1 and TH2 immune cell activity [3,4]. Skin and mucous membranes also depend on zinc for their maintenance and integrity [3,5]. Zinc supports healthy vision in general, especially as we age [6].

Zinc is highly concentrated in the liver, pancreas, kidneys, bone, muscles, eyes, prostate gland, sperm, skin, hair, and nails [7].

The body has no specialized system for storing zinc, so daily intake and absorption is essential [1]. Phytates are antioxidant compounds found in whole grains, legumes, nuts and seeds. Excessive consumption of wheat and whole grain products can bind minerals (including zinc) and inhibit their bioavailability resulting in compromised absorption of dietary zinc [6].

Our Zinc Glycinate is a high-potency source of zinc formulated for enhanced absorption. In this form, zinc is coupled with two glycine molecules to facilitate its absorption across the intestinal wall and reduce interference from phytates and competing minerals [8].

References

1. Dietary Supplement Fact Sheet: Zinc. Office of Dietary Supplements, National Institutes of Health. http://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/Zinc HealthProfessional/. Updated September 20, 2011. Accessed July 11, 2016.
2. Linus Pauling Institute. Zinc. http://lpi.oregonstate.edu/infocenter/minerals/ zinc/. Updated March 14, 2011. Accessed July 11, 2016.
3. Prasad AS. Zinc in human health: effect of zinc on immune cells. Mol Med. 2008 May-Jun;14(5-6):353-7. Review. [PMID: 18385818
4. Beck FW, Prasad AS, Kaplan J, et al. Changes in cytokine production and T cell subpopulations in experimentally induced zinc-deficient humans. Am J Physiol. 1997 Jun;272(6 Pt 1):E1002-7. [PMID: 9227444]
5. Schwartz JR, Marsh RG, Draelos ZD. Zinc and skin health: overview of physiology and pharmacology. Dermatol Surg. 2005 Jul;31(7 Pt 2):837-47; discussion 847. Review. [PMID: 16029676]
6. Prasad AS. Discovery of human zinc deficiency: 50 years later. J Trace Elem Med Biol. 2012 Jun;26(2-3):66-9. [PMID: 22664333]
7. Pelton R, LaValle JB, Hawkins EB, et al. Drug-Induced Nutrient Depletion Handbook. 2nd ed. Hudson, OH: LexiComp, Inc. 2001.
8. Zinc: A Mineral of Complex Biological Activity. Albion Human Nutrition Research Notes. 2004 Mar;13(1):1-3. http://www.albionhumannutrition.com/search?se archword=zinc+2004+March&ordering=newest&searchphrase=all&limit=50. Accessed July 11, 2016.