ZINC
What is zinc?
The second most abundant mineral in our bodies, zinc is vital for humans and animals to stay healthy. Our bodies don’t make zinc (or any other mineral, for that matter), so we have to get it from our diet. Let’s take a closer look at how zinc powers your body from the start of a productive morning to the end of a sensational night out.
What does zinc do for your body?
Boosts your immune system and metabolism. Zinc plays a key role in the production of white blood cells, which fight off all sorts of infections from the common cold to cancer. Zinc also aids in the production of hormones that regulate metabolism.
Improves cognitive function. Zinc deficiency is directly linked to neurodegenerative diseases, such as depression and Alzheimer’s. Zinc also aids a process called hippocampal neurogenesis, which forms neurons in the part of the brain responsible for learning, memory, and mood regulation.
Aids muscle growth to make workouts more effective. Zinc promotes muscle growth and protein synthesis, which determines how much of the protein you consume becomes part of your muscles.
Helps heal injuries and assists in recovery. From reducing blood loss and inflammation to repairing nerve cells and tissue, zinc is a critical component of your body’s ability to repair itself after injury.
Flushes alcohol and toxins from your body. Consumption of alcohol and other popular beverages results in low zinc levels, which damage cells and worsen the effects of aging. Adequate zinc intake reduces alcohol toxicity and reverses negative cognitive effects resulting from heavy drinking.
This just scratches the surface of the benefits of zinc, all of which combine to combat the effects of aging.
How does zinc relate to my lifestyle?
Zinc keeps your body healthy, like all essential minerals. Let’s take a look at how those health benefits directly influence your active lifestyle:
Supercharges your morning routine
While you’re asleep, your body relies on stored glycogen to function. Eating a breakfast that’s rich in vitamins and minerals is essential to restore energy lost during sleep. Zinc improves cognitive function and optimizes metabolism, helping you kickstart a productive day.
Powers up your workout
Zinc is a miracle mineral for bodybuilders, athletes, yogis, and exercise enthusiasts of all kinds. Tissue repair, healthy blood supply, better sleep quality — these are just a few of the benefits of a zinc-rich diet.
You sweat out electrolytes and essential minerals, including zinc, during a vigorous workout. BrightFox revitalizes your workout and replenishes lost nutrients with a healthy, hydrating boost of zinc, vitamins, and three times the electrolytes of popular sports drinks.
Fuels your night out
What better way to de-stress after a long week than a night out on the town with your friends and your favorite mixed drink? We probably don’t have to tell you that sugary mixers loaded with artificial ingredients are dehydrating, making you feel sluggish, bloated, and hungover.
One reason for that is decreased zinc levels, a direct result of consuming alcohol. Zinc eliminates alcohol from your body and soothes nausea. Packed with zinc and all the other nutrients your body needs for a great night out (and morning after), BrightFox lets you drink better, dance better, sleep better, and wake better.
Of course, there’s no such thing as a hangover cure — instead, BrightFox is preventative. And an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure, as the old saying goes. (Not a fan of spirits? Roll solo with your favorite BrightFox flavor and dance the night away.)
How much zinc do you need?
That depends. Your nutritional needs fluctuate when you stress your body by drinking, working out, and even flying. Your zinc intake also varies based on your biological sex, age, location, and other factors.
This makes it difficult to determine exactly how much zinc you need each day. BrightFox contains 0.2 mg of zinc, which provides a healthy, hydrating boost to a balanced, nutrient-rich diet of fresh fruits, vegetables, lean meats, and whole grains.
What foods and products are rich in vitamin E?
Vitamin E is found in a variety of naturally occurring foods, including fruit, nuts, sunflower seeds, and vegetable oils. A range of skincare and hair care products also contain vitamin E. These include moisturizers, makeup, acne treatments, shampoo, and conditioner, among others. However, vitamin E in cosmetic products doesn’t count toward your daily recommended allowance.
When enjoyed as part of a balanced diet, BrightFox provides a healthy, hydrating boost of vitamin E to keep your skin, hair, and immune system in top condition. An assortment of other vital vitamins, minerals, and electrolytes — with zero sugar, sweeteners, or artificial ingredients — make BrightFox the perfect companion to your active lifestyle.
What foods are rich in zinc?
Lean meat is the main source of zinc for many, but whole grains, dairy products, and beans also contain moderate levels of zinc. BrightFox also boosts your zinc intake without the added sugar and artificial flavoring found in many popular sports drinks.
Are certain people at risk of zinc deficiency?
Vegetarians, elderly people, and those who consume alcohol might need more zinc than the average person.
Zinc is most abundant in lean meats, including seafood, beef, and dark-meat chicken. Vegetarians get most of their zinc from beans and whole grains. Unfortunately, while these foods are nutritious, they lack the compounds needed for zinc absorption. Supplements and nutritional drinks, like BrightFox, help increase zinc intake for vegetarians.
As the body ages, its ability to absorb zinc decreases, which leads to a weakened immune system and slower wound healing. Studies show zinc supplementation improves these effects, as well as the overall quality of life of people over the age of 75.
When it comes to zinc, those who like to drink face a double whammy. Alcohol affects the body’s ability to absorb zinc and increases the amount of zinc passed through urine. When used as a mixer, BrightFox replenishes your zinc and vitamin levels as you drink, helping to prevent fatigue and hangovers.
What happens when you don’t get enough zinc?
Although zinc deficiency can cause a number of health problems, the good news is, serious zinc deficiency is rare in most developed countries.
Is it possible to consume too much zinc?
While it’s possible to have too much of a good thing, zinc overconsumption is highly unlikely. Some naturally occurring foods contain as much as 500% of your daily recommended intake of zinc, but no cases of zinc poisoning have ever been observed from diet alone.
Zinc: the bottom line
Zinc mitigates the effects of aging, keeps your brain and muscles strong and healthy, and flushes out toxins. A nutritious diet rich in zinc, other minerals, essential vitamins, and electrolytes nurtures your active lifestyle by supercharging your morning routine, powering up your workout, and fueling your electrifying nights out with friends.
