Zinc - 120 kaps.

Zinc - an important mineral component

Zinc is one of the most important elements in the human body. It performs many significant functions, e.g. regulatory, structural and catalytic. It is a component of over 300 enzymes, including DNA and RNA polymerases and those involved in protein biosynthesis. It is also necessary for the formation and proper functioning of hormones. Importantly, zinc directly or indirectly participates in the transformation of proteins, fats and carbohydrates, as well as in energy processes.

Properties of zinc - it is worth remembering

When supplementing your diet with zinc, it is worth remembering how important this mineral is and what properties it has:

• Zinc helps maintain proper acid-base balance and carbohydrate metabolism;
• It takes part in the process of cell division and helps protect cells from oxidative stress;
• This mineral component supports the maintenance of healthy bones and the proper synthesis of DNA and protein;
• Zinc also contributes to the maintenance of normal metabolism of macronutrients, fatty acids and vitamin A;
• It is also important that zinc helps to maintain normal testosterone levels in the blood, as well as to maintain normal fertility and reproductive functions;
• Zinc also helps maintain healthy hair, nails and skin;
• It supports the proper functioning of the immune system and maintains proper vision.

Fun fact

Zinc is very important in the process of experiencing taste. This is due to the fact that zinc is a cofactor for gustin, a protein that is found in the taste buds and affects their proper activities. The decrease in taste properties in the case of too low a zinc level disappears after its supplementation.

Want to add zinc to your daily diet? Choose Zinc from the Effective Line series - each serving provides 15 mg of zinc. You only need 1 capsule a day!

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