Zinc / Copper

Zinc is the second most abundant trace mineral in the body, being present in all tissues. Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal energy-yielding metabolism, immune system function and the maintenance of normal bones, hair, nails and skin.

• Food State™ Zinc is combined with copper to prevent a possible risk of copper deficiency during long-term usage. Zinc and copper compete for the same absorption sites, and an excess of zinc can ultimately cause a copper deficiency

• A Food State™ supplement - provides nutrients in the same form as those in food. This supplement comprises a food base of inactive Lactobacillus bulgaricus, a native and friendly bacterial inhabitant of the human digestive tract

Zinc contributes to:

• Normal protein synthesis
• Maintenance of normal skin, hair, nails and bone
• Normal cognitive function
• Normal carbohydrate and macronutrient metabolism
• Normal function of the immune system
• Normal DNA synthesis and cell division
• Protection of cells from oxidative damage
• Normal fertility and reproduction
• Normal acid-base metabolism
• ·         Normal metabolism of vitamin A
• Normal metabolism of fatty acids