Common Name: ZMA
Synonyms: a patent pending blend of zinc monomethionine, magnesium aspartate and vitamin B6

Overview:

ZMZ is a blend of zinc and magnesium aspartate and vitamin B6. The aspartate form of both magnesium and zinc is a unique, highly absorbable and bioavialable (the difference between the amount of a nutrient taken and the amount actually absorbed by the body) form of both of these important minerals. They are combined with vitamin B6, in a uniquely patent pending right ratio that ensures not only their maximum absorption by the body but the right proportions to stimulate the maximum release of HGH (human growth hormone).

Benefits

The many benefits of ZMA include:

1. Increased levels of both HGH (human growth hormone) and testosterone
2. Increased muscle strength
3. Increased endurance
4. Improved concentration and alertness
5. Promotes tissue repair and speeds healing time
6. Improved sleep patterns

Clinical studies done by sports performance researcher, Dr. Lorrie Brilla at Western Washington University showed that ZMA. Her findings, published in the journal, Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise, vol 31, No. 5, May 1999., showed that ZMA:

1. Increased testosterone levels in the group who received the ZMA by 30% compared to the placebo group’s 10% decrease.
2. Stimulated an increase in IGF-1, an important hormone released by HGH, while the placebo group showed a decrease.
3. Increased muscle strength by 11.6% compared to only a 4.6% increase in those receiving the placebo.

Recommeded Dosage:

ZMA combines:

1. 30mgs of zinc
2. 450mg of magnesium
3. 10,5mg of vitamin B6

Precautions

It is recommended that this supplement be taken on an empty stomach 30-60 minutes before bed. It should also not be taken with any source of calcium as it may inhibit the absorption of this supplement.

Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should consult a health care provider before using any supplements. The affects of this supplement has not been tested on children and those suffering from liver or kidney disease. It is recommended that in children and people with liver or kidney disease this supplementation not be used.