Zinc (Amino Acid Chelated) 50mg - 250 Tabs

Zinc helps the immune system fight off invading bacteria and viruses, to make proteins and DNA, helps wounds heal and is important for proper senses of taste and smell. It is used for treatment and prevention of zinc deficiency which includes stunted growth and acute diarrhea in children, and slow wound healing.† Background: Zinc is a trace mineral that is essential to many biological functions. These include immune resistance, digestion, reproduction, physical growth, blood sugar/insulin control, taste and smell. It is important for the function of over 100 special proteins known as enzymes, which are needed to speed up chemical reactions in the body. Chelated Zinc is a special mineral form that is better absorbed by the digestive tract. Chelation refers to a unique molecular mineral bond that is formed when amino acids are attached to a mineral to speed its transport across the intestinal tract. Our Amino Acid Chelated Zinc 50mg is formulated for optimal absorption to help support