Zinc Citrate 30 mg. - 100 Vegetarian Capsules Solgar

Whole-Body Benefits
You might connect Zinc as an effective natural cold remedy, but its power is far more expansive. Zinc is present in all your bodily tissues. It is necessary for cell division and acts as an antioxidant, fighting free-radical damage and slowing the aging process. In fact, it has been shown to help with everything from hormone production, growth and repair to improving your immune system and helping with the digestion process. Because it plays a role in carbohydrate and protein metabolism, Solgar Zinc Citrate may be an especially helpful supplement for people with severe diarrhea, gastric ulcers, and acne. Research indicates that it also can act as an anti-inflammatory agent, providing therapeutic benefits.

Research-Backed
Researchers at the Department of Dermatology at the University of California have shown that Zinc plays an essential role in many biochemical pathways in your body, including organ, gastrointestinal, central nervous, immune, skeletal and reproductive systems. The best food sources of Zinc are in high-protein food, especially high-quality meats, oysters, and dairy products. Animal foods are said to be the best sources because Zinc in many other foods, like legumes and whole grains, have naturally occurring antinutrients that block Zinc absorption.

Why A Supplement?
According to the National Health Institute, most Americans do not get enough Zinc through their diets and can benefit from supplements like Solgar Zinc Citrate. Some people, however, are at higher risk for Zinc deficiency than others, including people who have had gastrointestinal surgeries or digestive disorders; vegetarians; infants older than 6 months who are breastfed; alcoholics; and people with sickle-cell disease. Signs of Zinc deficiency can include hair loss, weight loss, slow wound healing, chronic infection and rough skin or rashes. Talk to your doctor before starting a new supplement to make sure it’s right for your body and health needs.