Zinc Ascorbate 60c is available by Pharmax.Features & benefits
? Combination of immune stimulating compounds, zinc and vitamin C
? Highly absorbable, soluble form
? Appropriate for individuals with depressed immune system especially with increasing age
Background
Zinc is the most abundant intracellular trace element and is involved in a large variety of enzymic, structural and regulatory physiological functions. One of the critical structural functions of zinc is as a stabilizer of phospholipids and thiol groups within cell membranes.
In childhood, zinc deficiency symptoms include impairment of growth and poor appetite, which clearly could result in a vicious cycle developing.
In the adult, mild zinc deficiency, especially in the elderly, leads to depression of the immune system. Specifically, zinc deficiency has been shown to:
? Reduce the overall mass of lymphoid tissue.
? Reduce thymus hormone activity
? Reduce functionality and number of lymphocytes, natural killer cells and neutrophils
? Modify cytokine production
Male reproductive function can also be adversely affected by mild zinc deficiency.
Pharmax Zinc Ascorbate is synthesized by our own unique process, involving freeze-drying without solvents. The combination of zinc and metabolically bound vitamin C is a preferred vehicle for absorption and an excellent combination in stimulating overall immune function.
Ingredients:
Typically, per capsule
Zinc ...15mg
(as freeze dried zinc ascorbate)
Vitamin C ...185mg
(as freeze dried zinc ascorbate)
Phytase enzyme ...5mg
Dosage:
Recommended intake
One capsule taken twice daily with a meal or as professionally directed.
Keep out of reach of children.
Contra-indications
None known if recommended intake is followed.
Non-active ingredients
Vegetable magnesium stearate, silica
Capsule: cellulose & water
