SFERA BIO NUTRITION - Zinc Complex 60 Capsules

Sfera Zinc Complex is blended to act as a mineral supplement to assists in the maintenance of the immune function, repair of connective tissue, the formation of red blood cells and provide antioxidants to assist in the maintenance of healthy skin. The Sfera Zinc Complex contain Zinc Bisglycinate, Copper Bisglycinate, Selenium glycinate and Pumpkin seed extract.

Zinc Bisglycinate is a blend of zinc salt with glycine. Zinc acts as a mineral supplement for general well-being. Zinc Bisglycinate may assist assists in the maintenance of the immune function, repair of connective tissue and maintenance of healthy skin.

Copper Bisglycinate is a blend of copper salt with glycine. Copper acts as a mineral supplement for general well-being. Copper Bisglycinate may assist in production and repair of connective tissue and assist in formation of red blood cells.

Selenium glycinate is a complex of selenium salt with glycine. Selenium acts as a mineral supplement and antioxidant for general well-being.

Cucurbita moschata, commonly known as the pumpkin, is a well-known and widely distributed plant. Pumpkin seeds may act as a source of natural occurring vitamins and minerals for general wellbeing. In Sfera products a pumpkin seed extract with an extract ratio of 4:1 is used.

Ingredients

One vegetarian capsule provides: Zinc Bisglycinate Chelate (equivalent 15 mg elemental zinc) 150 mg, Copper Bisglycinate Chelate (equivalent 1 mg elemental copper) 10 mg, Selenium Glycinate Complex (equivalent 100 µg elemental selenium) 10 mg and Cucurbita moschata (Pumpkin [seed extract 4:1] 330mg. Other ingredients: Vegetarian capsule.

Directions

Take one (1) capsule per day, one hour before or two hours after a meal. Swallow the capsule whole with a sufficient quantity of liquid (e.g., one glass of water). If any nausea occurs, take at night after a meal or before bedtime.

Dear Client

At Sfera Bio Nutrition we are implementing some changes, which we would like to share with you. We are making label improvements and updates and are switching over to gold-coloured child-proof lids. These changes have been phased in over the last year and you may still encounter some of our stock with black lids, and previous label versions that are still in circulation during this time.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Unique Features

Sfera Zinc Complex has a blend of Zinc, Copper, Selenium and pumpkin seed to complement the desired key benefits.

Key Benefits

• Mineral / vitamin supplement for general well-being.

• Health supplement which assists in the maintenance of the immune function, repair of connective tissue and the formation of red blood cells.

• Provides antioxidants that assist in the maintenance of healthy skin.

Warnings & Precautions

Sfera Zinc Complex can have side effects. The most common side effect being nausea.

Children and adolescents: Do not exceed the daily dosage.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding: If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, please consult your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider for advice before taking this medicine.

Sources:

[1] SAHRA Complementary Medicines – Health Supplements Safety and Efficacy.

[2] Sfera Zinc Complex Patient information leaflet

[3] TRAACS advantages Albion Minerals Research Notes (September 2016):

[3.1] A bioavailability study comparing two oral formulations containing zinc (Zn bis- glycinate vs. Zn gluconate) after a single administration to twelve healthy female volunteers

[3.2] Int J Vitam Nutr Res. 2007; 77(4):243-8 (ISSN: 0300-9831) Gandia P; Bour D; Maurette JM ; Donazzolo Y ; Duchène P ; Béjot M ; Houin G

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18271278

[3.3] A bioavailability Study Comparing Two Oral Preparations of Zinc

(ISSN 0300-9831) Int J Vitam Nutr Res. 2007; 77(4):243-8 Gandia P, etal

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18271278