*Zinc
Atomic # 30 Atomic Weight 65.38
(as zinc bis-glycinate chelate )

The importance of zinc to good health and structural integrity is in that it is found in every cell of the body. It is necessary for proper wound healing, normal skin and immune system function, maintenance of taste, smell, vision, and a healthy prostate. Body hormones, such as insulin, growth hormones, sex hormones, and thymic hormones, all need zinc to perform their proper action.1

Zinc is involved in over 200 enzymes, one of which is superoxide dismutase.1,2 Zinc, along with copper and manganese in Flex Naturally™, are needed to activate this powerful free radical scavenger which protects the body from the destructive effects of oxygen and other free radicals, thereby reducing inflammation. 4,5 Zinc, along with boron, copper, manganese, and the other nutrients in Flex Naturally™ work together for producing and maintaining healthy bone and cartilage tissue. 3,4,5

References:
1	Michael T. Murray, N.D., Encyclopedia of Nutritional Supplements (1996):181,183
2	Michael T. Murray, N.D., Encyclopedia of Nutritional Supplements (1996):186,187
3	(Newnham RE. Arthritis or skeletal fluorosis and boron. Letter. Int Clin Nutr Rev
4	Richard A. Passwater, Ph.D. and Elmer M. Cranton, M.D., Trace Elements, Hair Analysis and Nutrition (1983):147
5	Richard A. Passwater, Ph.D. and Elmer M. Cranton, M.D., Trace Elements, Hair Analysis and Nutrition (1983):161-162

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