Zinc

Zinc in powdered form in a bowl

Zinc

Found in all body tissues and fluids, zinc is a hardworking trace mineral essential to cell growth, cellular communication, protein synthesis, DNA synthesis, cell division, and metabolism.1,2 Zinc is also necessary for developing and supporting specialized T cells that play an important role in immunity.* The body cannot naturally produce zinc and has no way of storing it.3

Properties and mechanism of action

Zinc plays a key role in the immune system's communication network.3* It is important to the immune system that the body has proper levels of zinc.1,2

Scientific support

Currently zinc is being researched for various immune-related benefits associated with vision and respiratory health.*

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Ingredient details are provided as general information and are not intended to be associated with any specific Zarbee’s® products.

REFERENCES: 1. Prasad AS. Discovery of human zinc deficiency: its impact on human health and disease. Adv Nutr. 2013;4(2):176-190. 2. Gammoh NZ, Rink L. Zinc in infection and inflammation. Nutrients. 2017;9(6):624. 3. Prasad AS. Zinc in human health: effect of zinc on immune cells. Mol Med. 2008;14(5-6):353-357.