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Meta Zinc with Vitamin C: Bioavailable zinc powder with vitamin C
Details:
Ingredients in Meta Zinc with Vitamin C have been shown to or may:
Prevent zinc deficiency.
Reduce severity and duration of colds.
Exclusive Meta Zn® - Zinc bisglycinate powder is easily absorbed with little side effects, such as nausea.
High strength, great tasting and suitable for use in children.
Clinical benefits:
Zinc in Meta Zn® is covalently bound to two glycine molecules. As glycine is the smallest amino acid, the whole Meta Zn® molecule is small enough to be absorbed through abundant protein absorption channels instead of competing for few mineral absorption channels.
Low zinc status may increase susceptibility to infectious diseases, such as diarrheal diseases or viral infections.
Vitamin C and zinc support epithelial barriers, cellular proliferation and antibody production.
Vitamin C is necessary for leucocyte & macrophage functions, neutrophil motility & phagocytosis, antimicrobial activity and interferon synthesis and antihistamine properties.
In children, zinc is required for regulating protein synthesis and tissue growth, as well as cellular signalling.
Meta Zinc with Vitamin C is also used for male health, particularly sperm health and testosterone production.
Zinc plays an important role in wound healing and the management of acne.
Free from dairy protein, lactose, eggs, gluten, wheat, nuts, soy protein and yeast. Free from artificial colours, flavours and preservatives.
Directions for Use:
Children 4 to 8 years - Acute:
Add 1/4 metric teaspoon (0.95g) to 100ml water once daily with food.
Children 9 to 13 years - Acute:
Add 1/4 metric teaspoon (0.95g) to 100ml water twice daily with food.
Children 9 to 13 years - Maintenance:
Add 1/4 metric teaspoon (0.95g) to 100ml water once daily with food.
Adults and children over 14 years - Acute:
Add 1/2 metric teaspoon (1.9g) to 200ml water twice daily with food.
Adults and children over 14 years - Maintenance:
Add 1/2 metric teaspoon (1.9g) to 200ml water once daily with food.
Warnings:
Contains zinc which may be dangerous if taken in large amounts or for a long period.
Not to be used in children under 2 years of age without medical advice.
Always read the label. Follow the directions for use.
If symptoms persist, consult your healthcare professional.
Store below 30°C.