Zin deficiency is very common in vegans so getting a zinc and copper vegan supplement is important. Zinc and copper is combined together in order to prevent the risk of copper deficiency in the long term.
The difficult question is getting the correct ratio of zinc to copper. To get the correct ratio of this supplements they also have to consider other nutrients like iron which affects the absorption of copper and zinc therefore altering the copper to zinc ration in the blood but not the diet.
Zinc and copper together help control your metabolism to support body functions. Copper encourages the use and absorption of zinc into the body.
Benefits of Zinc
Zinc is important and is used for many functions in the body. It helps in regulating communication between cells, promoting normal growth and development in the body, and influences gene expression. In gene expression, zinc allows your cells to activate genes when they are needed for chemical reactions and turn them off when no longer needed.
Cases of zinc deficiency are characterised by hair loss, night blindness, and stunted growth. Zinc activates over 100 enzymes that are important in carrying out chemical reactions Foods that contain zinc include hemp seeds, lentils, wheat germ, sunflower seeds and baked beans.
Benefits of Copper
Copper is an essential mineral that is required for optimum health. It is important in making red blood cells and maintaining both the nervous and immune system. Copper helps the body form collagen and is needed in energy production. Too high or very low levels of copper in the body have been linked to diseases like Alzheimer’s, Wilson’s disease and Menkes.
Copper deficiency has been linked to lower bone mineral deficiency putting you at risk of diseases like osteoporosis. Osteoporosis is a disease in which the density of the bone is reduces. The loss of bone occurs silently and slowly, there will hardly be any symptoms until the first fracture happens.
Copper deficiency has been linked to health problems like high blood pressure and high levels of cholesterol. Symptoms of copper deficiency include low white blood cell count, impaired growth of infants, osteoporosis, and anaemia. Copper supplements are beneficial to people with heart failure.
Copper contributes to good skin and hair by helping in formation of melanin that protects the skin against harsh UV rays. Food sources of copper include walnuts, avocado, cooked mushrooms, lentils and pumpkins.
Beauty by Nature Zinc and Copper (Vegan) supplements
Beauty by Nature provides Zinc and Copper Vegan Supplements. These supplements do not contain bulkers, fillers or other harmful chemicals that are used in the industry. They come in tablet form making it easily ingestible. This food state supplement uniquely provides the nutrients in the same form as those in food. It is suitable for men, women, children and the elderly. The supplements are placed in environment friendly eco packs removing the need to throw away bottles and recycle. Make sure to consult a doctor before for dosage recommendations.