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Zinc picolinate is an acid form of zinc that your human body can more easily absorb than

other forms of zinc. Absorption of zinc in your body is a complex process that involves the

zinc passing through your intestinal membranes, into your blood stream and into your

individual cells. Your body also requires zinc as a primary component to support metabolism

in your body.Zinc Picolinate is natural delivery from of Zinc an essential mineral in human andanimal nutrition with a wide range of biological roles. Zinc is required for a number ofimmune functions. Picolinic acid is produced in the pancreas and forms a complexwith Zinc. This biochemical complex facilitates the passage of zinc through thegastrointestinal wall and into the circulatory system.

Thus Zinc Picolinate represents a natural and optimal delivery form of zinc, with theadded advantage of greater tolerance, better absorption dynamics and greater safety.

In a study designed to measure the comparative absorption rates of different forms of zinc,scientists measured zinc levels in test subjects hair, skin and urine since these areas contain

the largest concentrations of zinc in the human body. The study published in the June 1987

Agents Actions found that zinc picolinate had better absorption in test subjects than either

zinc citrate or zinc gluconate. In fact, the study found a five fold increase of zinc levels after a

four week period in test subjects given a zinc picolinate supplement compared to the test

subjects receiving other types of zinc supplements.Zinc picolinate does not have any known side effects associated with taking a normal dose of

this supplement. However, you should never exceed the amount of zinc picolinate

recommended by a medical professional. the recommended dose of zinc picolinate is 11 mg

per day. Exceeding this amount, unless under doctor supervision, risks exposing your body to

zinc toxicity which can prevent iron and copper absorption, causing a deficiency of thoseminerals.

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Taking too much zinc can negatively interfere with your metabolic functioning and the absorption of

other minerals in your body. Specifically, it can interfere with iron, magnesium, and copper.

Other possible side effects include , nausea, anemia, decreased white blood cell count.

Disorder of the Digestive System Severe

Sideroblastic Anemia Severe

Decreased White Blood Cells Severe

Decreased Neutrophils a Type of White Blood Cell Severe

Indigestion Less Severe

Feel Like Throwing Up Less Severe

Stomach Cramps Less Severe

CONTRAINDICATIONS

Adult women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should limit their intake of zinc to 40 mg per

day to avoid pregnancy or infant development complications. Additionally, people with HIV or

AIDS should avoid using zinc supplements, as treatment with this dietary mineral may reducetheir lifespan.

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