Zink

Bound to glycine

Zinc is important for many of the body's functions. The form in which the mineral is bound can affect both absorption and how well the supplement is tolerated.

SHIFT™ Zinc contains zinc bisglycinate from Albion Minerals. Here, zinc is bound to two molecules of the amino acid glycine, forming a so-called amino acid chelate. This form was chosen for its good absorption and because it is gentle on the stomach. Albion Minerals has long experience in developing mineral chelates and documenting the quality of the raw materials.

Ingredients

Filler (microcrystalline cellulose, dicalcium phosphate), zinc bisglycinate, emulsifier (sodium croscarmellose), glazing agent (hypromellose, polydextrose, medium chain triglycerides from coconut), anti-caking agent (magnesium salts of fatty acids, silicon dioxide).

Active content

Recommended daily dosage

1 tablet.

• The body only contains a few grams of zinc, but the mineral is necessary for a wide range of biological processes.
• The body cannot produce zinc itself, so we must get it through food or supplements.
• Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal skin, hair and nails, and plays a role in the cell division process.

For skin, hair, vision and immune system

Zinc is important and necessary for many different functions in the body, and is therefore the mineral with the most approved health claims associated with it. This means that its function is extensively studied and well-documented. Among other things, it contributes to the normal functioning of the immune system, cognitive function, reproductive ability, protection against oxidative stress, and is important for skin, hair, nails, vision and bones. Zinc is part of over 100 enzymes that affect the metabolism of nutrients.

Dietary studies show that we only get around 60% of the daily recommended zinc intake in the Scandinavian diet. In addition, it has been shown that only around 10-30% of the mineral in food is absorbed by the body. Signs of deficiency include reduced smell and taste, skin problems, fatigue, poor immune system, reduced sex drive and fertility. A high enough intake is important before, during and after pregnancy.