Wholefood Zinc is a gentle safe and bio-effective supplement in an easy-to-take capsule and suitable for vegetarians and vegans. Wholefood Zinc is made from hydroponically-grown brassica (a member of the broccoli family). Zinc is the second most abundant trace mineral in the body, being present in all tissues Zinc has a wide variety of functions including growth and human development, the healthy functioning of the immune system, and the maintenance of healthy skin, hair, nails and bone Soil deficiencies of zinc have reduced the levels available in vegetables, and much zinc is removed from food during processing. Wholefood Zinc is made from hydroponically-grown brassica (a member of the broccoli family) This edible species of brassica is ideal for producing supplements where higher levels of minerals are required than would normally be present in the food we eat Easy-to-swallow capsules