Zinc was first recognized as an essential nutrient for plants in the 1920s, but it wasn’t until 1961 that human Zinc deficiency was identified in an adolescent in the Middle East. This was the discovery of an important malnutrition problem worldwide.

Zinc is an essential element that cannot be synthesized in the human body, which means that a daily intake is needed for healthy benefits. In fact, Zinc is known to play a role in immune functions, protein and DNA synthesis, and in cell division. It’s also involved in the function of a key antioxidant enzyme.

Where It’s Sourced

Prose sources Zinc obtained through a high-quality and patented Koji fermentation technology, done in the USA. Koji also known as Aspergillus Oryzae is a microorganism that has been used for thousands of years to make fermented food and beverages in Asia.

The Behind-the-Scenes Science: An essential element for scalp soothing and flake management*.

It was shown that an imbalance of Zinc increases oxidative stress and proinflammatory molecules, making it a necessary element to keep the human body in good health*.

It has been demonstrated that inflammatory states associated with Zinc deficiencies may disrupt the scalp epidermal barrier and cause itchiness and flaking. Different studies have shown a correlation between Zinc deficiency and Telogen Effluvium, which is characterized by hair shedding. In a study comparing a control group with a group of subjects experiencing hair loss, it was found that the latter group had lower Zinc levels*.

That’s why Zinc an essential ingredient for Hair supplements as it keeps the scalp balanced and manages itchiness and flaking, while also helping to prevent hair shedding*.

*These statements have not been evaluated by the food and drug administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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