Taiyo Launches SunActive Zinc

11/07/05 Taiyo International, the North American sales office of Taiyo Kagaku Japan has recently introduced SunActive Zinc for use in food and beverage applications Adding to its successful SunActive series,. SunActive Zn, a micro-encapsulated zinc oxide, allows for foods and beverages to be fortified with zinc having high bioavailability, no precipitation, high stability and no unpleasant zinc flavor. SunActive Zn is perfect for fortifying dairy and soy beverages, yogurts, candies, gums and nutritional supplements.

Zinc is an essential trace mineral that plays a role in virtually all biochemical pathways and physiological processes. Lack of zinc in the body has been shown to negatively impact wound healing, immune support, increased length and severity of colds, as well as fertility and overall physical performance. Recent studies indicate that zinc may improve mental performance and ADHD treatment in children.