A simple non-invasive test
Zinc is important for a healthy immune system as well as the maintenance of healthy skin and a good complexion. It is a component of many enzymes and is a constituent of insulin. Zinc is also important for reproductive health. This product has been formulated as a liquid suspension of zinc which can not only be used as a food supplement, but also as a quick and accurate taste test.
The principle role of any trace element is that of promoting the catalytic action of enzymes. Zinc is an invaluable mineral taking part in dehydrogenation and peptidase processes. It is specific for carboxypeptidase, the enzyme that removes the terminal amino acid from the carboxy end of a peptide. It is also specific for carboxylic anhydrase, the enzyme responsible for the ultimate elimination of carbon dioxide from an organism (and in the production of hydrochloric acid in the parietal cells of the stomach mucosa). Zinc is also an integral part of insulin, the hormone used for the treatment of diabetes, and is essential for all protein synthesis in the body. Any extra physical or mental demands made on the body can increase the need for zinc or cause our bodies to lose extra zinc, whereas phytate and fibre rich foods inhibit the absorption of zinc from food. One fifth of zinc in the body is found to be in skin. Zinc helps tissue renewal and is involved in some of the enzymatic reactions necessary for skin's normal oil gland function. The maintenance of the health of several body systems such as the nervous, immune and reproductive systems are influenced by zinc, as are the senses of taste and smell.
Directions:
This product may be used in one of two ways:
(i)
As a food supplement:
Take one 5ml spoonful of Zincatest daily with a meal. This may be diluted in water or orange juice.
(ii)
As a taste test to indicate zinc status:
Take the test at least one hour after food or drink. Simply add 5ml of Zincatest solution to 60ml of water and immediately swirl one 5ml spoonful of the diluted mixture around in the mouth for 10 seconds (this mixture can then be swallowed or spat out). The taste sensation that results from this test provides an indication of zinc status:
| 1. | Tasteless like water: Low. |
| 2. | Slightly dry, furry, mineral-like or even sweet taste develops after a few seconds: Marginally Low. |
| 3. | Definite taste, which intensifies with time: Marginally Positive. |
| 4. | Strong, unpleasant taste noticed immediately: Positive. |
If response corresponds to 1 or 2 above, use a zinc supplement or Zincatest until response improves to 3 or 4. A 3 to 6 month course may be necessary.
A fresh solution should be made up each time. Do not exceed recommended daily dose.
| Product Specifications | |
| Typically per 5ml liquid: | |
| Zinc (as zinc sulphate) | 15mg |
