With all eyes on immune health, experts anticipate continued heightened demand for zinc supplements around the world.
 
Ohad Cohen, CEO of Israel-based Gadot Biochemical Industries, said his company is ready to fulfill requirements for zinc gluconate, the preferred form of zinc best utilized in lozenges to address common cold symptoms.
 
Zinc is an essential trace element that is vital for the healthy function of the immune system. It acts as a cofactor for numerous enzymes, including those involved in DNA and RNA replication, protein synthesis, insulin production and brain development. Because the human body cannot store excess zinc and regular supply from food is not sufficient, continuous dietary intake is required.
 
If zinc intake needs are not met, deficiency can occur, mainly compromising the healthy function of the immune system. Research shows that zinc is needed to activate several types of white blood cells. Supplementing with zinc gluconate helps white blood cells to proliferate, boosting immune function.
 
According to Christine Bailey, MSc BSc Nutrition, PGCE, an award-winning UK-based registered nutritionist and healthy eating expert, zinc prevents viruses from attaching to cells in the nasal passage and therefore stops them from entering the body as told to Get The Gloss, an online destination for expert health and beauty information.
 
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved zinc gluconate as generally recognized as safe (GRAS) for food additives. Therefore, usage of zinc gluconate in end-user industries such as nutraceutical and pharmaceutical, has increased across the globe. Technological advancements have provided major breakthroughs for utilization of zinc gluconate.
 
“Immunity is the most top-of-mind health concern globally,” Cohen stated. “There are questions about supply and availability of some varied immune-support ingredients, but we can assure that our zinc gluconate is readily available for the increased demand.”
 
Gadot Biochemical Industries offers two zinc gluconate grades, for tablet preparation and for use in a liquid form. Both grades are Halal and Kosher certified.
 
With broad experience in developing innovative products tailored to the unique applications of each customer, Gadot Biochemical Industries has earned a worldwide reputation for producing high quality bioavailable products. Over 95% of Gadot’s production is exported to leading companies in the food, beverage, and nutraceuticals industries