Zinc Monomethionine

Origin of Ingredient

Mineral-derived or manufactured food-grade salt/chelate used to provide a defined elemental nutrient.

History of Ingredient

Zinc Monomethionine became established in sports and performance nutrition as biochemical and exercise research clarified its role or potential physiological effects. Modern products use controlled-purity powders, salts or blends.

Scientific Makeup of Ingredient

Zinc provided as the named salt, chelate or complex; elemental content depends on the exact specification.

UK Legal Claim

• Zinc contributes to normal acid-base metabolism.
• Zinc contributes to normal carbohydrate metabolism.
• Zinc contributes to normal cognitive function.
• Zinc contributes to normal DNA synthesis.
• Zinc contributes to normal fertility and reproduction.
• Zinc contributes to normal macronutrient metabolism.
• Zinc contributes to normal metabolism of fatty acids.
• Zinc contributes to normal metabolism of vitamin A.
• Zinc contributes to normal protein synthesis.
• Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal bones.
• Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal hair.
• Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal nails.
• Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal skin.
• Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal testosterone levels in the blood.
• Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal vision.
• Zinc contributes to the normal function of the immune system.
• Zinc contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress.
• Zinc has a role in the process of cell division. Conditions: Finished product must qualify as a source of the nutrient and meet the exact conditions of use in the current GB/EU register. Confirm the amount supplied by the recommended daily portion.

EU Legal Claim

• Zinc contributes to normal acid-base metabolism.
• Zinc contributes to normal carbohydrate metabolism.
• Zinc contributes to normal cognitive function.
• Zinc contributes to normal DNA synthesis.
• Zinc contributes to normal fertility and reproduction.
• Zinc contributes to normal macronutrient metabolism.
• Zinc contributes to normal metabolism of fatty acids.
• Zinc contributes to normal metabolism of vitamin A.
• Zinc contributes to normal protein synthesis.
• Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal bones.
• Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal hair.
• Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal nails.
• Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal skin.
• Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal testosterone levels in the blood.
• Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal vision.
• Zinc contributes to the normal function of the immune system.
• Zinc contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress.
• Zinc has a role in the process of cell division. Conditions: Finished product must qualify as a source of the nutrient and meet the exact conditions of use in the current GB/EU register. Confirm the amount supplied by the recommended daily portion.

US Legal Claim

FDA does not pre-approve ordinary dietary-supplement structure/function claims. Example for regulatory review only (NOT FDA-approved wording): “Supports normal immune function.” The marketer must hold substantiation, avoid disease claims, use the DSHEA disclaimer and notify FDA within 30 days after first marketing.

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August 24, 2024

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