{"product_id":"aor-zinc-copper-balance","title":"AOR Zinc-Copper Balance 17mg, 100 Vegi-Capsules","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAOR Zinc-Copper Balance Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAOR Zinc-Copper Balance\u003c\/strong\u003e is a carefully formulated mineral supplement that combines 15 mg of zinc with 2 mg of copper in a ratio designed to maintain healthy balance between the two minerals. Single-mineral zinc supplements taken long-term can deplete copper, leading to imbalances; AOR's pre-balanced formula prevents that by including both minerals together in the right proportions. Made in Canada by AOR — a practitioner-trusted Canadian brand. 100 vegetarian capsules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"vitamart-trust-strip\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVitamins Lowest Prices\u003c\/strong\u003e  |  \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/pages\/low-price-guarantee\"\u003eLowest Price in Canada — Guaranteed\u003c\/a\u003e  |  Ships from Ontario across Canada\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZinc per capsule\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 mg (as zinc citrate)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCopper per capsule\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 mg (as copper citrate)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal per capsule\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17 mg combined zinc + copper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy pre-balanced\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLong-term zinc-only use can deplete copper; this formula prevents that\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottle size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 vegetarian capsules\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade in\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCanada\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAOR — practitioner-trusted Canadian brand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest taken\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDaily with food\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho AOR Zinc-Copper Balance Is For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdults wanting daily zinc support for immune function without risking copper depletion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeople who've been taking single-mineral zinc supplements for months and want to switch to a balanced formula\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone wanting immune, skin, hair, or reproductive health support that zinc is known for\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdults focused on healthy aging and antioxidant support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeople wanting Canadian-made practitioner-trusted mineral supplementation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVegetarians and vegans — plant-based diets are typically lower in zinc than meat-eating diets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho this product is NOT for:\u003c\/strong\u003e If you're taking zinc short-term for an acute immune need (a cold, for example), single-mineral zinc lozenges work fine and don't require the copper balance. If you have a copper toxicity diagnosis (Wilson's disease), avoid copper-containing supplements. If you take medications that interact with zinc or copper (some antibiotics, blood pressure medications, penicillamine), talk to your healthcare practitioner first. If you want zinc with vitamin C and other immune-support nutrients, look at an immune-support combination formula instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVitamart's Take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAOR Zinc-Copper Balance gives you daily zinc for immune support, plus healthy skin and hair. Here's why the copper matters: when you take zinc on its own day after day, it slowly pushes your copper levels down, and low copper leaves you tired and run-down. Adding a small amount of copper keeps that from happening, so you get all the good of daily zinc without trading away your energy. An easy, well-made daily mineral.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow AOR Zinc-Copper Balance Compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eAOR Zinc-Copper Balance vs Single-Mineral Zinc\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAOR Zinc-Copper Balance (this product):\u003c\/strong\u003e Pre-balanced 15 mg zinc + 2 mg copper. Safe for long-term daily use. Won't deplete copper.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSingle-Mineral Zinc (e.g. zinc lozenges):\u003c\/strong\u003e Higher zinc dose, no copper. A fit for short-term use during illness. Not recommended for daily long-term use without copper supplementation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eAOR Zinc-Copper Balance vs Multivitamin with Zinc\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAOR Zinc-Copper Balance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Focused dose of zinc and copper at therapeutic levels for daily mineral support.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMultivitamin with Zinc:\u003c\/strong\u003e Usually 10-15 mg zinc plus the rest of the multivitamin nutrients. A fit if you want broader nutritional coverage and don't need extra zinc beyond multi levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eAOR Zinc-Copper Balance vs Immune-Support Stack\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAOR Zinc-Copper Balance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pure zinc + copper for ongoing daily support.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImmune-Support Stack (zinc + vitamin C + elderberry):\u003c\/strong\u003e Combined immune support for acute use. A fit during cold and flu activity. Not designed for daily long-term use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Zinc Needs Copper\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZinc and copper are both essential minerals, but they compete for the same absorption pathways in your gut. Here's the key issue with single-mineral zinc supplementation:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShort-term zinc is usually fine:\u003c\/strong\u003e A few days or weeks of higher-dose zinc (during illness, for example) won't cause copper imbalance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong-term zinc can deplete copper:\u003c\/strong\u003e Months of taking 25+ mg of zinc daily without copper can lower your copper stores. Symptoms of copper depletion include anemia, fatigue, lowered immune function, and in severe cases, neurological symptoms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe 8:1 to 15:1 zinc-to-copper ratio is the sensible range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Research suggests that for daily long-term zinc supplementation, including copper at roughly 1\/8 to 1\/15 the zinc dose maintains balance. AOR's 15 mg zinc \/ 2 mg copper is in this safe range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy citrate forms:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zinc citrate and copper citrate are well-absorbed chelated forms, gentle on digestion and more readily used by the body than oxide forms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're taking zinc daily for any goal — immune support, skin health, hair, reproductive support — a balanced formula is the safer choice than single-mineral zinc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow To Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdults: Take 1 capsule daily with food, or as directed by your healthcare practitioner. Best taken with a meal containing some protein for absorption. Avoid taking at the same time as calcium or iron supplements, which can interfere with zinc and copper absorption (space them by 2 hours).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTalk to a healthcare practitioner before use if you have Wilson's disease, take medications that interact with zinc or copper (some antibiotics, blood pressure medications, penicillamine), are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have a medical condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eWhy does zinc need copper?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eZinc and copper compete for absorption in your gut. Long-term high-dose zinc supplementation without copper can deplete your body's copper stores, leading to anemia, fatigue, or other issues. A pre-balanced formula prevents this and is the safer choice for daily long-term zinc supplementation.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eHow much zinc do I need daily?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eHealth Canada's RDI for zinc is 11 mg for men and 8 mg for women. Most adults get some from food but may benefit from supplementation, especially vegetarians and vegans (zinc absorption is lower from plant sources). 15 mg from a supplement daily covers most adults' needs without going overboard.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eWill it help with immune function?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eZinc is one of the most-researched minerals for immune function. Adequate daily zinc supports the body's normal immune response. This product provides daily zinc support — not high-dose acute immune support. For acute use during illness, a higher-dose zinc lozenge for a few days is the right tool.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eCan I take it with other minerals?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eCalcium, iron, and high-dose magnesium can interfere with zinc absorption when taken at the same time. Take this product separately from those minerals — ideally 2 hours apart. If you take a multivitamin with iron, take that at a different time of day than this product.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eWill it cause nausea?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eZinc on an empty stomach can cause nausea for some people. Always take with food. The 15 mg dose is moderate and well-tolerated by most adults; if you have a sensitive stomach, take it with a substantial meal.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eIs this enough zinc, or do I need more?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFor daily maintenance and immune support, 15 mg is generally sufficient. Higher doses (25-50 mg) are used short-term for specific situations like acute illness or under practitioner supervision. 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