Zinc Lozenges - 100 lozenges - Douglas Laboratories Other Mineral Formulas

Zinc Lozenges - 100 lozenges

DescriptionZinc-Loz, provided by Douglas Laboratories, supplies 15 mg of zinc from zinc gluconate/ascorbate/glycinate complex, in addition to 45 mg of buffered Vitamin C in each pleasant tasting, naturally flavored lozenge.Directions

Suggested Usage:Adults dissolve 1 or 2 lozenges in themouth at the first sign of a cold, flu orirritated throat. Repeat every 2 hours asneeded or as directed by physician.

Indications / UsesZinc is an essential trace element required for the activity of over 300 enzymes and is involved in most major metabolic pathways. Zinc participates not only in catalytic processes, but also in the structure and stability of some regulatory proteins. General signs of human zinc deficiency indicate that zinc has important functions in maintaining immune function, reproduction, healthy skin, and growth. Numerous studies support the fundamental role of zinc for normal immune response in humans. Immune cells must be able to rapidly divide in order to respond to daily challenges. Like all rapidly dividing cells, immune cells depend on adequate amounts of dietary zinc. As a cofactor of the antioxidant enzyme superoxide dismutase (SOD), zinc can be considered an antioxidant nutrient. Zinc supplementation has been shown to increase the antioxidant activity of SOD, and provide increased free radical protection. Zinc deficiency is associated with increased oxidative damage. Absorption of toxic heavy metals, especially cadmium and lead, is lower in individuals with high zinc status compared to those with low zinc status. The body pool of readily available zinc appears to be small, which renders the body susceptible to deficiency and therefore dependent on a steady dietary supply of bioavailable zinc. While typical zinc intakes in U.S. adults are between 10 and 15 mg per day, which approach the RDA, intakes in the elderly are often low. Pregnant women are also at risk for zinc deficiency, since they have a higher requirement for this trace element. Frequently, vegetarians and chronically depressed individuals have been found to have low zinc status. Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) has numerous biological functions. Foremost, it is essential for the synthesis of collagen and glycosaminoglycans which are the building materials of all connective tissues, such as skin, blood vessels, tendons, joint cartilage and bone. Vitamin C is the required coenzyme for two groups of enzymes that catalyze the crosslinking of collagen fibers - lysyl hydroxylases and prolyl hydroxylases. As such, vitamin C is essential for normal wound healing and capillary health. It also participates in the biosynthesis of carnitine, serotonin, and certain neurotransmitters, including norepinephrine Zinc-Loz may be a useful dietary supplement for individuals wishing to supplement their diet with zinc.Product Contains

Contains: Zinc (Gluconate/Ascorbate/Glycinate)15 mg. Vitamin C (Buffered Ascorbate)45 mg. In an 80 mg. base of Echinacea, Eucalyptus,Citrus Fruit Extract, Natural OrangeFlavoring and Fructose/Sucrose; Less than4 calories per lozenge