Zinc Copper Balance

Zinc intake is popular as an immune, mucosa, stomach, taste, hormone, reproductive, and overall body support, yet extra intake can create copper deficiency. Copper supports repair, collagen, blood quality, detoxification, and energy systems in the body. When taken together in the proper ratio, the two minerals act in tandem to support whole-body wellness*. How to Calculate Zinc to Copper Ratio: Zinc supplementation should be balanced by copper intake. The rule of thumb accepted by health professionals is to take 1mg of copper for every 15mg of zinc. Zinc copper provides bioavailable zinc and copper in the preferred ratio to support zinc and copper balance. The 15mg dose allows room for additional zinc intake found in other formulas. What Does Zinc Do for the Body? Zinc is an essential mineral that activates more than 70 enzymes, including those that assist with protein synthesis and tissue repair.† It also supports a normal immune response*, brain support, and reproductive support*.