Comprehensive supply with the all-round mineral zinc
Vegan Zinc Complex from Unimedica combines three high-quality organically bound forms of zinc – zinc picolinate, zinc citrate trihydrate and zinc bisglycinate. This mixture ensures an efficient uptake and supply of the essential mineral zinc to the body. Each capsule contains 25 mg pure zinc.
Zinc fulfils numerous functions in the body: it supports normal immune system function, plays a role in acid-alkali and carbohydrate metabolism, protects cells from oxidative stress and is involved in protein and DNA synthesis. In addition it helps maintain normal hair, skin, nails and bones.
Top trio
The combination of zinc picolinate, zinc citrate trihydrate and zinc bisglycinate improves the bioavailability of the mineral zinc since the differing zinc compounds are absorbed by the body in different ways. So foods that tend to inhibit zinc absorption, such as wholegrain products or pulses, are less problematic.
Zinc bisglycinate: the rapid and effective sprint form of zinc
With zinc bisglycinate the zinc is bound to amino acids. The resulting chelate complex enables the zinc to be especially quickly absorbed and effectively used. The higher yield of zinc from zinc bisglycinate permits a lower dose than with the other zinc compounds.
Zinc picolinate: the quick zinc able to cope with roadblocks
Zinc picolinate is a compound of zinc with picolinic acid. This is an amino acid that is formed in the body from tryptophan. This form of zinc is especially highly available to the body since the picolinic acid promotes the absorption of zinc in the small intestine. This helps above all with problems absorbing zinc from other sources. Zinc picolinate is especially rapidly absorbed into the blood, so displaying quick effects. Since zinc is a key component of many enzymes, zinc picolinate can support the activity of these enzymes, which are involved in processes such as cell division and growth.
Zinc citrate trihydrate: the gentle marathon zinc with a depot effect
With zinc citrate trihydrate, the zinc is bound to citric acid. This form works particularly well with natural stomach acid. In addition zinc citrate trihydrate is highly soluble in liquids. This means it easily comes into contact with the digestive juices in the stomach. The increased solubility favours the uptake of zinc, ensuring that the body can optimally utilise the mineral. This zinc compound is also especially gentle – even long-term.
Whereas zinc picolinate and zinc bisglycinate show a rapid effect, zinc citrate trihydrate ensures a gradual and increasing release of zinc in the body. This supports a constant supply of zinc.
Foods with a high level of zinc
Animal products rich in zinc include meat, fish, cheese and eggs. Plant alternatives include especially pumpkin seeds, nuts, apples and bananas as well as wholegrain products, pulses, cocoa powder, beer yeast and vegetables such as broccoli.
When it can make sense to supplement with our Zinc Complex
Zinc from animal sources is more easily absorbed by our body than from plant sources. In addition there are certain types of vegetable, cola drinks, coffee and other foods as well as some medicines that "rob zinc". This means they bind zinc so that it is less available to the body. Although wholegrain products themselves contain zinc, the phytic acid that they contain can impact zinc absorption in the gut. Phytic acid binds minerals such as zinc and forms insoluble complexes that are difficult for the body to absorb. The result is limited zinc availability despite the consumption of apparently zinc-rich foods. Continual stress, colds and other illnesses can also raise the zinc levels needed by the body. In such cases our Zinc Complex can help to combat undersupply.
Spectrum of action*
Zinc
contributes to:
- Normal function of the immune system
- Normal acid-base metabolism
- Protection of cells from oxidative stress
- Maintenance of normal testosterone levels in the blood
- Normal fertility and reproduction
- Maintenance of normal bones, hair, skin and nails
- Maintenance of normal vision
- Normal carbohydrate and fatty acids metabolism
- Normal macronutrient metabolism
- Normal metabolism of vitamin A
- Normal cognitive function
- Normal protein synthesis and DNA synthesis
- Has a role in the process of cell division
* Health claims permitted by the European Food Safety Authority
Each bottle of Zinc Complex from Unimedica contains 90 capsules. This is enough for 3 months.
Vegan and without the following additives
Vegan capsule shells from pure plant-based cellulose (HPMC), free of carrageen and PEG.
Zinc Complex from Unimedica is free of additives such as preservatives, colouring, stabilisers and separating agents such as magnesium stearate; it is also GMO-free, lactose-free, gluten-free and vegan.
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