Zinc (Zn)

Zinc is a trace mineral which is needed by more than 300 enzymes to repair the body and protect against immune invaders.

Zinc helps synthesize proteins, helps cells reproduce, supports healthy aging, and helps maintain fertility in adults.

Strenuous exercise both requires and depletes zinc stores, and low zinc levels in the muscles correlate with reduced endurance capacity.

Zinc plays three key roles:​

Structural

Helping to create the active site of an enzyme (“Zinc fingers”)

Functional

Electron acceptor in an enzymatic reaction to help supply functional groups                                  (e.g., hydroxyl [-OH] groups)

Regulatory

Aiding in gene expression​

Health Benefits of Zinc

When added to foods, beverages, and supplements, zinc can help support:

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Healthy Vision

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Healthy Growth

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Sports Recovery

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Healthy Immune Function

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Cell Function and Development

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A Fundamental Mineral for our Immune System

Many nutrients are involved in making sure the immune system functions properly. Some minerals that are involved include selenium, copper and zinc.

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Zinc’s Role in Immunity Has Been Studied Extensively

Zinc affects virtually all aspects of our immune system, from the nonspecific barrier functions of the passive immune system (skin, mucous membranes, etc.), to the specific lymphocytic functions of the active immune system.

Zinc is needed for the development of neutrophils (a type of white blood cell) and other natural killer cells in the nonspecific immune defense, and also offers vital support for other specific immune defenses.

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