The refining of cereals removes up to 90% of the zinc content available in these foods. This fact, together with the trend to eat less animal protein, is possibly one of the reasons why one in three British adults eats less than the Reference Nutrient Intake (RNI) for this mineral.
Zinc is an integral part of insulin, the hormone used in the treatment of diabetes, and is essential in the synthesis of all proteins in the body.
Any extraordinary physical or mental effort of the organism can increase the need for zinc, or cause extra zinc losses, while foods rich in phytates and fiber inhibit the absorption of zinc present in food.
One fifth of the zinc present in the body is found in the skin.
Zinc contributes to:
Normal acid-base balance and normal carbohydrate metabolism.
Normal cognitive functioning and DNA synthesis.
To the normal functioning of fertility and reproduction.
Normal metabolism of macronutrients, fatty acids and vitamin A.
Normal functioning of the immune system, protection of cells against oxidative damage and the process of cell division.
Maintenance in normal conditions of vision, bones, skin, hair and nails.
LAMBERTS 15mg zinc is an ideal supplement for long-term use; and it is known that in the form of zinc citrate it is more easily absorbed.
These small, easy to swallow tablets are manufactured in the UK under strict GMP pharmaceutical manufacturing standards.
