(zinc methionine - 7mg elemental zinc)
Ingredients typically per vegetable capsule
OptiZinc® (zinc methionine) 42mg
(providing 7mg elemental zinc & 17mg L-Methionine)
Non-active Ingredients:
Cellulose
Silica
Vegetable Magnesium Stearate
Capsule:
Cellulose* & Water
*Cellulose - HPMC Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose
Some studies have shown that zinc methionine exhibits a superior absorption rate when compared with many other forms of zinc. Optizinc® has demonstrated potent antioxidant activity which is almost equal to that of vitamin E.
Features
· Zinc is necessary for sense of taste and smell
· Zinc is required for the formation and activity of insulin
· Zinc is essential for many vital enzymatic processes
· Zinc is needed for a healthy reproductive and immune system, for tissue renewal, maintenance of the skin and for healthy bones and teeth
· Zinc helps maintain the function of the liver and the release of vitamin A
· Zinc is required for the development of the skeletal system, nervous system and for brain function in the growing foetus
· Methionine is an amino acid with antioxidant activity
· Methionine aids the metabolism of Omega-3 essential fatty acids
· Suitable for individuals with poor digestion and low zinc status
· OptiZinc® is not affected by dietary fibre and phytic acid
· Suitable for vegetarians and vegans
Recommended Intake
Two capsules taken daily with food or as professionally directed.
Allergen Information
None
Contra-indications
None known if recommended intake is followed.
Suggested Combinations
MicroCell® NutriGuard Plus, Mega GLA Complex, Linseed Oil 1000 & Boswellia Plus.