Zinc +

Zinc is an essential mineral required for a variety of processes. Research shows that a deficiency in zinc may be associated with a reduced immune system, increased hair loss, increased skin problems, and more. Our bodies do not produce zinc, therefore it has to be obtained through diet or supplementation. For zinc to be effective in the body, other nutrients are required, including B vitamins, molybdenum, and malic acid.

MaxLiving Zinc + contains highly absorbable zinc in chelated form, in addition to these other essential nutrients. This comprehensive supplement supplies the body with 30mg of zinc in just one capsule per day.

Vitamin C

Vitamin C, also called ascorbic acid, is a water-soluble vitamin and antioxidant. Like all other essential vitamins, humans cannot synthesize Vitamin C and must absorb it from foods that are consumed. Vitamin C is water soluble meaning that humans must ingest it in large quantities.

Vitamin C is found in many fruits and vegetables and is critical to stimulating and supporting many biological functions. Although Vitamin C deficiency is not often a problem for those living in Western countries (like the United States and Canada), many individuals have harnessed the protective and rejuvenating effects of Vitamin C by supplementing with MaxLiving Vitamin C Complete. Vitamin C plays a significant role in the production of collagen, which is the fibrous constitute of the skin, tendon, bones, cartilage, and all other connective tissue. Supplementing with Vitamin C supports the body’s ability to repair tissues, heal wounds, and maintain healthy skin, bones, and nails.

Humans undergo oxidative stress as a result of the build-up of free radicals in the body. Free radicals are formed as reactive by-products of ATP production or from toxins in the environment. Oxidative stress is damaging to all cells and promotes the development of many chronic and degenerative diseases, such as cancer, arthritis, aging, autoimmune disorders, cardiovascular and neurodegenerative diseases. Vitamin C supplementation helps the body’s natural ability to reduce free radicals in the body and naturally detox.

Vitamin D3 + Probiotics

Vitamin D can be attained through two sources: UVB light and diet. When exposed to sunlight, the body manufactures Vitamin D from cholesterol, this is where Vitamin D draws its nickname, “the sunshine vitamin.” Still, some people do not make enough Vitamin D from the sun, among them, people who have a darker skin tone, who are overweight, who are older, and who cover up when they are in the sun. According to experts, the gold standard in Vitamin D supplementation is D3, also known as cholecalciferol. The reaction that takes place from exposure to UVB light results in the formation of Vitamin D3; for this reason, D3 is known as the natural form of Vitamin D. UV radiation is a known human carcinogen, making supplementation a safer alternative to achieving optimal Vitamin D levels. Probiotics are live nonpathogenic microorganisms that are introduced into the digestive tract to improve microbial balance. Prebiotics and Probiotics have been shown to have the ability to manipulate the microbial composition and support healthy immune response of an individual.†

These nutraceuticals support the nutritional focus of the 5 Essentials®.