What is zinc?
The human body contains around 2 grams, distributed in different parts of our body, mainly in the muscles, bones, skin, liver, brain and eyes.
Although zinc is therefore present in small quantities, it nonetheless remains essential to our balance. Zinc plays an important role in the main metabolisms (carbohydrate, protein, lipid), and the synthesis of nucleic acids.
Zinc is stored mainly in the liver, pancreas, genitals and pituitary gland, to be later released in adipose tissues and muscles. It is absorbed in the intestine.
Unfortunately for us, the human body does not produce it: it must therefore be supplied through food.
What foods are rich in zinc?
As you know, nature is an infinite source of elements necessary for our vitality, which allows us to supplement ourselves almost naturally with different vitamins and minerals.
Zinc , this essential trace element, will be present in large quantities in oysters and other seafood, but also in certain red meats or in egg yolk.
No worries for vegetarians, you can include wholemeal bread, chocolate or even legumes such as lentils, white beans, soya, cashew nuts or even pine nuts in your diet to find zinc!
The percentage of zinc assimilated by the body depends on different compounds in the diet, such as the presence of proteins. To the extent that our body assimilates less than half of the zinc it ingests , it is interesting to be aware of it and to adopt behaviors thus promoting its proper use and therefore its beneficial effects .
Sometimes complicated to provide effectively and sufficiently through diet, the use of food supplements can represent an excellent solution in terms of iron intake.
In cosmetics, zinc can be found in the list of ingredients under different names such as zinc oxide, zinc gluconate, zinc PCA, etc. It is frequently present in the composition of creams, serums and other preparations, in oily form.
What are the benefits of zinc?
It is an antioxidant which protects cells against oxidative stress and it is also involved in the metabolism of vitamin A. In addition, it contributes, among other things, to the maintenance of skin, bones, vision, nails. and normal hair .
You will be able to find it in our new food supplements Skin Hydration (La Fabuleuse) , Eye Beauty (Eye) , Clear Skin (Sublimat).
Benefits on the skin
Known and recognized for its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties , zinc also regulates sebum production .
Also, zinc plays an essential role in hydrating the skin , by forming a protective film on its surface, similar to a skin barrier to limit water loss. It is therefore given a hydrating and humectant action.
To combat problem skin , applying zinc-based creams would be really wise since this would cause a clear improvement in the quality of the skin (better microcirculation, strengthening of the skin barrier, limitation of TEWL: Insensible Water Loss) .
Zinc also proves to be the perfect ally for improving healing ; and you have certainly already seen it in the list of ingredients of cosmetics for acne or oily skin .
Some beauty food supplements contain zinc, since it has a scientific claim: it contributes to the maintenance of normal skin.
Zinc therefore naturally has its place in the In & out Peau Nette treatments and the Poméol Purifying Mattifying Serum .
Poméol has also deliberately chosen to combine it with vitamin A in the Sublimateur solar range to prepare the skin for the sun since it helps protect cells from oxidative stress induced in particular by UV rays.
Benefits on hair
Thanks to its broad spectrum, we also derive many benefits from our hair care and hair cosmetics. At the heart of all our hair food supplements and in the Perfect Nails treatment, zinc therefore has a strategic place by considerably improving their quality.
Benefits on the immune system
In order to boost your immune defenses , zinc plays a vital role in the multiplication of lymphocytes.
Do not hesitate to combine it with other minerals such as iron or selenium so that they act in synergy to stimulate the immune system.
Our Vitality and Immunity supplement contains zinc in optimal quantities and you can indulge in a complete 3-month treatment to get the boost of energy, essential during the changing seasons.
Zinc allows the proper functioning of many enzymes and plays a major role in cellular metabolism. It has many other effects : it regulates appetite and improves the quality of the retina.
For pregnant women, it is advisable to consult your doctor in order to use it wisely during pregnancy and take advantage of the best form of zinc there is.
Benefits on intellectual performance
Zinc also participates in the synthesis of DNA and proteins, zinc has the role of preserving cognitive performance and prevents brain aging, according to a scientific study.
Muscle benefits
In the sense that zinc reduces the damage caused by free radicals, there would also be an improvement in recovery, for athletes as well as a maintenance of muscle mass.
Benefits on male sexual potency
Zinc provides benefits for male sexual potency by maintaining normal levels of testosterone in the blood.
What are the recommendations for using zinc?
Do not exceed more than 15 mg/day of zinc, for food supplements intended for adults, not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women without medical advice.
You now know the wide spectrum of benefits that zinc offers us, you also know where to find it and even how to integrate it into your routine! There is no more.
