Zinc Picolinate is an excellent form of
zinc with good absorption qualities. Many doctors are recommending this form.
Kirkman® also markets zinc liquid and a zinc citrate/chelate capsule. All have
outstanding absorption characteristics.
Zinc is present in every cell in the body and is also a component in over 200
enzymes as well. Actually, zinc is involved in more enzymatic
reactions than any other mineral constituent in mammals. Zinc is essential for
normal skin, vision, smell, taste, reproduction and for protein synthesis and
wound healing. It is also one of the most important factors in a healthy immune
system, as well as being essential to normal brain development.
The best sources of zinc are shellfish, fish, and red meats with oysters being
by far the richest source. Substantial amounts are also found in certain plant
foods such as whole grains, legumes, nuts, mushrooms and some herbs. The zinc
from plant sources is not absorbed well, because it binds to a fiber compound
in plant seeds called phytic acid to form an insoluble zinc-phytate complex
which can not be assimilated.
Children and adults need between 10 mg. and 50 mg. daily. Though the
recommended daily value is 15 mg., it is generally recognized that 30 to 50% of
ingested zinc is not absorbed due to the complexing with phytic acid,
perspiration loss, fiber transport through the intestine, or because of the
competition for absorption with copper, iron and calcium. Though most multiple
vitamins and minerals contain some zinc, most physicians recommend additional
supplementation. Zinc is best taken away from food or at bedtime.
Sugar, starch, casein, gluten, soy, milk, wheat, preservatives, yeast, gelatin, flavorings, colorings, corn, peanuts, tree nuts or fish.
Keep out of the reach of children. Store in a cool dry place and tightly capped
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food & Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.