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Zinzino offers the right to withdraw from an order within 30 days without giving any reason. To exercise the right of withdrawal, you must inform us (Zinzino) of your decision to withdraw from this contract by an unequivocal statement (e.g. a letter sent by post, fax or e-mail). It must clearly appear that you are changing your mind. Follow the link to Customer Service for our contact information.
NOTE! If you are a subscription customer, there may be other rules which apply to the right to withdraw. For more information about the terms and conditions, please refer to your terms and conditions.
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Thereafter, you pay for your subscription every month and get a double delivery of products every other month.
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Thereafter, you pay for your subscription every month and your order will be delivered within 4-10 business days after Zinzino has received the payment.
Note: If you chose “next order delivery” your order will be sent together with your next delivery.
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A single order will be delivered within 4-10 business days after Zinzino has received the payment.
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Contact our Customer Service to return your order.
For Europe:
We offer our customers a 30 days right of return for all start packages. After we have received the products, reimbursement is made for the products that have not been used or opened. You will be liable for return shipping. Please read more here.
For USA and Canada:
You may return/exchange product in unused sealed condition with Zinzino for 60 days from the date of purchase by calling Zinzino Customer Care for a Return Authorization Number. All returned products must be unopened, sealed and re-saleable. Please read more here.
When you choose to enroll a Premier Kit you will be a Premier Customer as soon as your order is paid for. For more instructions, go to the section How to become a customer in the FAQ.
Only our Premier Customers can add a Plus Subscription.
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If you have an ongoing subscription you can choose to send today´s order with the next delivery:
If you already are a Premier Customer you will get premier pricing on your extra order.
You can also add one or several Plus Subscriptions to your subscription, go to the section "How can I add a plus subscription?” in the FAQ.
Your new flavour will be sent in your next order.
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You can only change flavour in your subscription if your subscription has several flavours as options.
If you wish to change your subscription, please see the question "How do I change my subscription?"
You can change your subscription once (1) during your bounded agreement. To change your subscription please contact our Customer Service department and they will help you.
Your binding period is 6 months.
If you signed your contract October 2016 or earlier, or if you have got another agreement with Zinzino, please find information about your binding period in your agreement.
You can also contact our Customer Service for more information.
To pause your subscription please contact our Customer Service department and they will help you.
You can pause your subscription up to 3 months per bounded agreement.
Your subscription can at earliest be cancelled after all subscription invoices, together with the first invoice, have been paid.
Cancellation fee*
If you however, wish to end the agreement without having made the 6 monthly payments, Zinzino will charge you a cancellation fee of
50EUR / 50USD / 50CAD / 50CHF / 500SEK / 500DKK / 500NOK / 220PLN.
*If you choose this option, no refund will be made and no products will be sent and the subscription will end immediately after paying the cancellation fee.
To cancel your subscription please contact Customer Service.
Thousands of our customers have shared their experience with their friends about our products. To show our appreciation we created the customer program Zinzino 4Free.
If you as a customer or partner refer four (4) (or more) customers with the same (or larger) order, you can receive your next monthly order for free. You only pay for the shipping. This is a benefit for partners and customers since it makes it fun to involve everyone in finding new customers.
If you can check YES to each of the questions below by the end of each calendar month, Zinzino will send your next Zinzino 4Free Kit for free.
The same rules apply for partners and customers, but the Zinzino 4Free Kit is called a Premier Subscription for customers. As a customer you may also qualify for multiple free subscriptions.
* You can read more about Customer Points in our Compensation Plan for Europe or in our Compensation Plan for USA.
A referral customer is a customer referred to you from your direct customer.
The Zinzino App is available for a free download in app stores. Download the app and fill in your personal details.
The purpose of the Zinzino App is for you to get a daily reminder to take the products and at the same time qualify for Health Points.
By downloading your personal Zinzino app you will get a daily reminder to take your Balance products. Every time you take your Balance product you get one point. Every day you walk 7500 steps you get one more point. By collecting points you can become eligble for the benefits listed further down.
1. FRESHMAN YELLOW - 120 HEALTH POINTS - REWARD: ELIGIBLE TO A GIFT
2. PROGRESSIVE BLUE - 360 HEALTH POINTS - REWARD: YOU RECEIVE FREE FREIGHT ON YOUR MONTHLY ORDER
3. ADVANCED COBALT - 720 HEALTH POINTS - REWARD: SURPRISE GIFT
4. MASTER PURPLE - 1800 HEALTH POINTS - REWARD: SUPER GIFT
Zinzino BalanceTest is a self-test for analyzing Omega3 & Omega6 and other fatty acids in your blood. All it requires is a drop of blood from your fingertip.
See instructions on how to take the test in the Shop:
Your test is analyzed at Vitas
Vitas is a GMP certified chemical analysis contract lab, with 20 years experience in providing a high quality, custom chromatographic analytical service based on cutting-edge knowledge and technology.
After 20 days you use the same unique Zinzino Test ID number to access your Balance Test results at www.zinzinotest.com
The money back guarantee only counts if you, as a customer, have ordered a 6-months subscription that includes a BalanceTest.
If your value for the Omega 6:3-balance is 3:1 or better on your first test result, you as a customer may cancel your subscription and return your unused products to Zinzino (2 months supply of products). You will get your money for your start order back (Test 1
which you already used and a one month supply of products is for free).
In the cases where the customer has purchased a subscription without any test included, there will be no refund.
Refund policy does not apply to partners.
Your BalanceTest is an anonymous test and can therefore not be found or be sent out again.
Please contact our Customer Service and we will help you find a solution to your lost test.
We advise you to put the correct amount of postage stamps on the envelope before you post it.
Zinzino Balance Test is a dry blood sample test to use at home. It takes less than a minute to perform. A little prick in your finger by the enclosed needle and collect a few drops of blood on a filter paper in the test kit.
The blood sample is sent to a certified laboratory for analysis, and you find your personal test results on www.zinzinotest.com
The test analyzes 11 fatty acids in your blood that represents 98% of the fatty acids present in your blood. The fatty acid profile shown in your results reflects your diet in respect to fat intake. On your test result you find dietary indicators showing your omega-6 to omega-3 balance, the omega-3 (EPA+DHA) value, the efficiency of your body´s arachidonic acid (AA) formation, your cell membrane fluidity index among other.
To learn more log in to www.zinzinotest.com and How to read your test result. The results will tell you whether you have an unbalanced, semi-balanced or balanced diet.
Before you know the results of your current diet, it is difficult to know exactly what your body lacks. In leadership, they teach that you first have to identify the problem and then find the best solution. This is also our philosophy. The test gives you an indication of what you need to change to achieve balance in your omega 6:3 ratio.
Zinzino Balance Test is a CE-marked home test kit.
You can use it at home, in a conference room or in your office.
It is not approved for use in public places like a hotel lobby or a restaurant. Please respect that.
Before you do the test, read the instructions, watch the instructional film and give yourself plenty of time until you feel confident at testing.
It is recommended to use the ring finger and to take the test on the hand the individual is not using for writing.
Only assist in testing if you are given permission.
Remember to never touch the test paper to avoid contamination of the test.
We also recommend that you collect the test envelope from your customer and ensure that postage is added on the envelope so you ensure that the test will be sent to the test lab as soon as possible.
First of all, make sure that you have taken the balance product daily, and that you have taken the right amount for your body weight. For oil the daily dosage is 0,15 ml x body weight. Ask the following questions:
If you have taken correct daily dosages for 120 days, answered “correct” on the above questions and are not totally in balance then increase your Balance Oil intake with 25% for around 2 months and take a new test.
If you are still not in balance contact our Customer Service for more information.
Most people feel an improvement in wellbeing after achieving balance. Temporarily, some peoples may be more tired for a period, before improvement in wellbeing.
At this point over 260.000 first tests have been analyzed at Vitas.
75% do not take an Omega-3 supplement and have an average ratio of 12:1.
20% who take an Omega-3 supplement have an average ratio of 7:1.
Only 5% have a ratio of 3:1 (in Europe).
Over 100.000 second tests have been analyzed at Vitas.
95% of those taking Zinzino Balance products have a ratio of near 3:1 after 120 days.
The difference between regular Omega-3 products and the Balance products is the content of marine Omega-3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA) and polyphenols from olives. This special combination will restore and maintain a normal Omega-6/Omega-3 fatty acid balance in the body in a safe and effective way and mimics the protective effects of eating oily fish. Most Omega-3 products only contain the marine Omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA. The Balance products combine the best from the Arctic and Mediterranean diet. By adding the BalanceOil into your diet, your Omega-3 levels in your body will increase, and the Omega-6/ Omega-3 fatty acid balance in your body will be normalized.
Because it is the most tested, most effective and most protected dietary oil in the world.
Our test based system ensures with a before and after test that you are taking the right amount of BalanceOil to balance your fatty acids with a specific focus on your Omega-6 to Omega-3 ratio.
Marine Omega-3 fatty acids are important for a normal brain function (EPA/DHA), a normal heart function (EPA/DHA) and a normal immune system (Vitamin D-3). A full explanation of this is found here.
Normally Omega-3 is only protected by Vitamin-E against oxidation in the bottle. Zinzino uses the highest quality of mixed Vitamin-E to do this as well. But to really protect fat from oxidation we have to protect it after you have consumed it. This is done through our extra-virgin high polyphenol olive oil. We increase your cellular level of lipid soluble polyphenols and through that we reduce oxidative stress in your body even though we have increased your intake of Omega-3 fats.
The three steps combined make BalanceOil the natural choice.
USA: This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Our Western diet contains much Omega-6 fatty acids and relatively small amounts of marine Omega-3 fatty acids, which increases the unbalance between Omega-6 fatty acids and Omega-3 fatty acids in the body. Such unbalance is a driving force for development of lifestyle related health problems. Both the Omega-6 and Omega-3 fatty acids are precursors for hormone-like signaling molecules (eicosanoids) in the body. Eicosanoids derived from Omega-6 are pro-inflammatory. Signaling molecules derived from Omega-3 fatty acids have lower inflammatory potential, some are also anti-inflammatory. In many ways the eicosanoids fulfill each other, and that is why it is important to have a good balance between these. A normal Omega-6/Omega-3 fatty acid balance is fundamental for a good eicosanoid balance, while a high Omega-6/Omega-3 fatty acid balance has a pro-inflammatory eicosanoid balance. Nordic Council of Ministers recommends that the Omega-6/Omega-3 fatty acid balance in the diet is below 5:1. The World health organization recommends a balance of 4:1 to maintain a normal cardiovascular health.
We advise you to check your Omega-6/Omega-3 fatty acid balance by using our ZinzinoTest. This test measures fatty acids in whole blood, which reflects the fatty acid profile in your daily diet. From the fatty acid profile the Omega-3 level and Omega-6/Omega-3 fatty acid balance are calculated. If you have a balanced diet, your Omega-6/Omega-3 fatty acid balance will be lower than 5:1, preferably lower than 3:1.
The fish oils that come from LYSI, are normally derived from short-lived, small pelagic fish. The whole fish is used to produce the oil. The crude oil goes through a refining process to remove sensory- and environmental contaminants. The refining process makes the fish oil palatable.
Read more about Lysi´s Certificates here.
The minimum recommended daily intake of EPA and DHA differs between countries and organizations. Below are some examples:
Our Western diet contains a surplus of Omega-6 fatty acids compared to Omega-3 fatty acids, which makes it necessary to increase the daily intake of Omega-3 fatty acids up to 3 gram to achieve a normal Omega-6/Omega-3 fatty acid balance.
* Read more at WHO Nutrition topics - 5.4.5 Disease-specific recommendations (external link) or download pdf
A doctor or nurse should be consulted before taking the product if you are taking a blood-thinning medicine, are pregnant, nursing, have a medical condition or before given to children under one year of age.
Contributes to normal Brain function*
*DHA contributes to maintenance of normal brain function (0.25 g per day)
Contributes to a normal heart function*
*DHA and EPA contribute to the normal function of the heart (0.25 g per day)
Contributes to a normal immune system*
*Vitamin D contributes to the normal function of the immune system.
DHA and EPA contributes to the maintenance of normal blood pressure (3 g per day)
DHA and EPA contributes to the maintenance of normal blood triglyceride levels (2 g per day)
DHA contributes to maintenance of normal blood triglyceride levels (2 g per day in combination with EPA)
DHA contributes to the maintenance of normal vision (0.25 g per day)
DHA maternal intake contributes to the normal brain development of the fetus and breastfed infants (0.2 g DHA plus the daily recommended intake of omega-3 fatty acids (EPA+DHA for adults which is 0.25 g per day).
DHA maternal intake contributes to the normal development of the eye of the fetus and breastfed infants (0.2 g DHA plus the daily recommended intake of omega-3 fatty acids (EPA+DHA) for adults which is 0.25 g per day).
DHA intake contributes to the normal visual development of infants up to 12 months of age (100 mg DHA per day)
Vitamin D contributes to normal blood calcium levels.
Vitamin D contributes to the maintenance of normal bones.
Vitamin D contributes to the maintenance of normal muscle function.
Vitamin D contributes to the maintenance of normal teeth.
Vitamin D has a role in the process of cell division.
Balance Oil is a unique combination of fish oil, extra virgin olive oil and Vitamin D. Balance Oil will help you achieve balance as a natural part of your diet.
According to REGULATION (EC) No 1924/2006 & REGULATION (EU) No 432/2012:
√ BalanceOil is high in omega-3 fatty acids
Health claims on omega-3 (EPA and DHA) in BalanceOil:
- EPA and DHA contributes to the normal function of the heart
- DHA contributes to the maintenance of normal vision
- DHA contributes to the maintenance of normal brain function
With high dosages of BalanceOil, the following claim can be used:
- DHA and EPA (2 g daily) contributes to the maintenance of normal blood triglyceride concentrations (max 5 g EPA+DHA).
- DHA and EPA (3 g daily) contributes to the maintenance of normal blood pressure (max 5 g EPA+DHA).
√ BalanceOil is high in unsaturated fatty acids
Health claim:
-Replacing saturated fats with unsaturated fats in the diet contributes to maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels.
With high dosages of BalanceOil, the following claim can be used:
Health calim on olive oil polyphenols:
-Olive oil polyphenols contribute to the protection of blood lipids from oxidative stress
- The claim may be used only for olive oil that contains at least 5 mg of hydroxytyrosol and its derivatives (e.g. oleuropein complex and tyrosol) per 20 g of olive oil. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 20 g of olive oil.
√ BalanceOil is a source of Vitamin D.
(The claim BalanceOil is high in vitamin D can be used for dosages of BalanceOil from 12 ml and above).
EU Health claims on Vitamin D in BalanceOil:
Vitamin D contributes to normal absorption/utilization of calcium and phosphorus, normal blood calcium levels, maintenance of normal bones, maintenance of normal muscle function, maintenance of normal teeth, normal function of immune system and inflammation response. It also has a role in the process of cell division.
Yes, Vitamin D.
According to REGULATION (EC) No 1924/2006 % REGULATION (EU) No 432/2012:
BalanceOil contains vitamin D. The following EU claims are approved for Vitamin D:
- Contributes to normal absorption/utilization of calcium and phosphorus
- Contributes to normal blood calcium levels
- Contributes to maintenance of normal bones
- Contributes to maintenance of normal muscle function
- Contributes to maintenance of normal teeth
- Contributes to normal function of immune system
- Has a role in the process of cell division
Some people will notice an improvement in their skin when their body comes into balance. The skin is a reflection of what is going on inside of us. To maintain the good result it is important to maintain the use of Balance Oil throughout life. Also notice that you may experience that skin rashes or skin problems becomes worse when you start on Balance Oil, before it gets better with time. Please note that not all people will experience any improvement on their skin even though there are people who do. One of the approved EU claims in Vitamin D is that it contributes to a normal function of immune system and this may be the reason why some experience some improvement.
There is no rule for when to take Balance Oil. Many people find it best to take the products with food rather than on an empty stomach. You may want to take it with food so that you do not experience “nausea” which may occur for some people due to decomposing of fat in the body. If you have never taken omega-3 in liquid form before and feel nausea, we recommend that you start with a teaspoon and increase your daily dose over a two-week period.
Plastic bottles like ours for balance Oil are of certified virgin raw material quality ( no recycled material) and are certified to be of food grade quality. The factory making these bottles must be, and are, certified for making food quality bottles. No contamination happens in the production and bottles can be used at once! The same is for the cork. Plastic is today more commonly used for food and food supplements.
Also over time ( like 5 years! ) Certified Glass or Certified Plastic has the same quality preservation properties. Meaning, nothing happens to the bottle over time! and there is no migration of chemicals or heavy metals into the product. It does not matter if its water, Oil, Wine, Beer etc. This is off course checked with authorities. There are standard test methods that must be used and standard limits for heavy metals and toxins that are used when checking. So same rules everywhere.
The fact is the glass bottles must be of Certified food grade quality to ensure no heavy metals are migrated from the bottle into the Oil. Glass is in fact a very critical packaging material and you cannot use any glass bottle! Proper glass quality is critical and difficult! So most authorities also demand an independent test done by SGS or GS or TUV to support the certificate. When using a glass bottle for food then certificates and tests results must be presented to Food and Health Authorities.
Zinzino must do this, and we do, for example on the glass bottles used for Coffee Syrup. Why glass are our bottles for syrup in glass? – Simple, the small factory do not have a packaging machine for plastic bottles.
So why does Lysi/Zinzino use plastic?
Quality aspects are the same, price is cheaper and from an environmental point plastic is better. Glass production contaminates the earth where they are produced.
Glass production consumes more energy Glass is not being recycled as much as plastic Plastic is either recycled and used for other products or burned with waste and then this kind of plastic becomes CO2 + water Plastic bottles are light and thus transportation do not consume as much fuel.
Lysi is a GMP certified producer! because they make medical quality Omega3 to pharmaceutical companies. GMP puts more pressure on quality control and certificates than any other quality system! Meaning, Lysi must check and double check quality certs and test certs form ALL suppliers including BOTTLES. The food grade quality of bottles must be perfect or Lysi could lose the GMP certification.
GLASS
Glass is used since hundreds of years since this was the only option and today it´s mainly used for marketing reasons. It feels exclusive.
Is glass Eco-friendly? Not really!
- Only 20% of glass bottles are recycled ( in some countries 0%) and thus the rest of these bottles are waste.
- Glass waste ends up in large deposits sites somewhere in the country – this is really bad for environment.
- Glass production consumes a lot of energy since production needs 1400 - 2000 C. so production is not eco-friendly.
- Dark glass is the best for protection of the content ( like fish Oil, Balance Oil etc) from light and this require ingredients (heavy metals) in the glass production that are polluting the environment.
- For glass bottles that are clear, an extra paper box is needed to protect the content from light – this is extra waist.
- Glass bottles are heavy and thus transportation require more energy than when transporting products with lighter packaging material.
- Glass factories are today considered to be environmental hazards due to their use of heavy metals and other ingredients.
PLASTIC
Plastic is today more commonly used for food for environmental reasons. Just walk into any food shop… Soda, Water, Yogurt …. Milk… The Swedish State Wine monopoly have a goal of reducing glass and to get 30% of the wine in PET bottles ..for environmental reasons….
Is plastic Eco Friendly? Yes it is…even if not perfect.
- PET : Polyethylene terephthalate
- PET – is the better kind of plastic for the environment . It´s re-cyclable and thus become new plastic products or can be used for making clothing material (fleece).
- In many countries PET-recycling works well and in some countries in the world less good.
- PET plastic that is not recycled is burned with household waste and become only Co2, water and energy - PET that is burned generates energy which is used for electricity or heating which is good.
- PET bottle productions also require energy, but much less than glass.
- PET are light and less diesel or petrol is used for transportation
Zinzino PET bottles
- Are certified of GMP quality (GMP = Medical grade quality system ) thus it has all certificates.
- Are of certified virgin raw material quality (no recycled material) and are certified to be of food grade quality.
- Are certified for not having any migration from the bottles into the content of the bottle over time, like 5 years.
- Are certified free from Bisphenol substances
- Are air-tight like glass and thus protects the oil from oxygen and thus keeps the quality perfect inside for many years.
Summary
From a BalanceOil quality point the PET bottles protects the content and keeps it perfect just as good as glass. But from a total environmental point PET bottles are far better than glass and therefore the obvious choice for Zinzino
Can vegetarians and vegans get healthy omega-3 EPA and DHA fatty acids from a diet that contains no fish?
Can they rely on plant foods such as flax seed to provide enough of the long chain omega 3’s they need?
Yes – and no.
Our bodies can convert plant-sourced omega-3 fatty acids to EPA and DHA, but only to a very small degree. Typical conversion rates are below 5% in women, and below 2% in men. So, most vegans and vegetarians cannot get into omega-6/omega-3 balance. But now there is an easy solution. Go to where the fish get their omega-3’s from; cold water marine algae. These algae provide pure long chain omega-3’s – the same found in fish – but which are entirely vegan. This algae oil is the main ingredient in Zinzino’s BalanceOil Vegan and is offering you all the benefits of our regular BalanceOil made from fish oil. It safely adjusts and maintains EPA+DHA levels and the omega-6:3 balance in your body.
For more information about BalanceOil, go to the question Why should I take BalanceOil? in this FAQ.
Zinzino BalanceOil Vegan is a synergistic blend of marine micro-algae oil, echium seed oil, extra virgin preharvest olive oil and
vegan vitamin D.
It safely adjusts and maintains EPA+DHA levels and the omega-6:3 balance in your body.
The marine algae oil from Schizochytrium sp. contains omega-3 (EPA and DHA).
The echium seed oil contains omega-3 (SDA and ALA), omega-6 (GLA) and omega-9 (OA).
The extra virgin pre-harvest olive oil contains omega-9 (OA) and very high levels of polyphenols.
Algae Oil
The oil derived from the marine microalgae Schizochytrium sp. is rich in the omega-3 fatty acids Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)/Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA).
It is produced in an FDA-inspected and controlled facility in USA, it is a highly concentrated and consistent product.
Echium Oil
Echium seed (GMO free), is rich in the omega-3 fatty acids omega-3 SDA and ALA, the omega-6 fatty acid GLA and the omega-9 fatty acid OA.
Echium seed oil contains the rare omega-3 fatty acid SDA, which is converted five times better to EPA in the body than the typical plant omega-3 ALA, i.e. in flaxseed. But there is more. Echium seed oil also contains the valuable omega-6 fatty acid GLA, beneficial for balancing hormones and skin health!
Vitamin D3
Our exclusive vegan vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol) comes from a special, organically grown, plant source called lichen.
It can accumulate large levels of useful nutrients, including vitamin D3.
The vitamin D3 is extracted and then some coconut oil is added to it. The vitamin D3 is Vegan certified and of course GMO free.
To read more about the vital ingredients in BalanceOil Vegan, please click here
Suggested dosing of BalanceOil Vegan is according to body weight; 0,1 ml BalanceOil Vegan x kilo body weight.
No.
The algae oil, that is one of the most vital ingredients in BalanceOil Vegan, is produced in an FDA-inspected and controlled facility in USA.
The BalanceOil Vegan is produced at Faun Pharma in Norway
In the milk based LeanShake (chocolate and strawberry flavor) whey protein isolate, milk protein concentrate and collagen peptides are used as protein sources.
In the vegetarian based LeanShake (berry and vanilla flavor) oat and pea protein are used.
These are all rich sources of proteins and essential amino acids. Proteins contributes to growth and maintenance of muscle mass and the maintenance of normal bones.
LeanShake has a high content of dietary fiber. The dietary fiber include
both soluble and insoluble types. Soluble fiber is fermented by the colon`s microorganisms while the insoluble fiber passes through the colon unfermented. Both soluble and insoluble fibers are called prebiotic fibers meaning that they stimulate the growth and maintenance of the beneficial gut microbiota. The gut microbiota has many important protective and metabolic functions, and should be stimulated in the right way, for instance, adding the right types and amounts of dietary fibers.
Other products generally contain only one or two fibers, a strategy which is not enough for your daily need. Zinobiotic contains significant amounts of five soluble dietary fibers. This approach ensures benefits for the whole colon.
Coconut palm sap powder and stevia are used as sweeteners. In addition, honey powder is used for a good and balanced sweet flavor.
Mix 60g LeanShake with 2-2,5 dl water, or mix 30g LeanShake with 2,5 dl skimmed milk or milk substitutes for balanced nutrition and weight maintenance.
Lose weight: Replace two or more meals a day. We also recommend you eat one or two nutritious balanced meals a day.
Fitness – Before or after exercise: once or twice a day.
Weight control: Replace one meal per day with LeanShake.
In addition, if you want one or more light meals per day you can use one scoop of lean shake and mix with water or milk.
JOIN THE ULTIMATE DETOX AND WEIGHT LOSS EXPERIENCE!
Do you have a New Year´s Resolution? Is it losing weight, strenghten your muscles or just to feel healthier? We want to help you challenge yourself and reach your goal and even win a prize!
Challenge yourself and lose weight in the course of three radical weeks with our 5kg Challenge, or build up muscle strength in our Fitness Challenge. Three winners in each category will receive a travel gift card worth €2,000! We will also give away free Health Club gear to everyone who sends in their before and after pictures!*
*By sending in your before and after pictures, you agree and automatically give permission to Zinzino to use these pictures in marketing materials for the Health Challenge.
HOW TO JOIN THE CHALLENGE
1. Sign up for one of our LeanShake kit subscriptions:
LEANSHAKE CHALLENGE START KIT/ LEANSHAKE BASIC START KIT
2. Email one before and one after picture to healthchallenge@zinzino.com.
Write “5kg challenge” or “fitness challenge” in the subject line.*
- Lose weight by calorie restriction (no more than 700 calories per day);
- Detox your body with fiber shots;
- Get loads of energy through exercise!
These challenges run from 3rd January to 20th June 2019. A jury of Zinzino will select 3 winners in each category. Fourth and fifth place competitors will receive Health Club gear.
The winners will be announced at Leader School, June 28 – 30, 2019 in Oslo.
EU:
Substituting two daily meals of an energy restricted diet with meal replacements contributes to weight loss.
Substituting one daily meal of an energy restricted diet with a meal replacement contributes to the maintenance of weight after weight loss.
Protein contributes to growth in muscle mass.
Protein contributes to the maintenance of muscle mass.
There are a number of approved EFSA claims for the vitamins and minerals found in LeanShake. For more information about these claims go to Shop and choose one of our LeanShakes. Here you may click on the product box with more detailed product Information, and download the LeanShake product sheet.
Health scientists agree we should increase our daily dietary fiber intake. ZinoBiotic provides a blend of dietary fibers that serve as fuel for the beneficial bacteria in our colon.
The fibers in ZinoBiotic stimulate the growth of good bacteria throughout the colon. There are over 100 trillion bacteria in the human colon and while some are good for our health, others are less desirable. The good bacteria uses dietary fibers as their fuel, enabling them to outgrow and displace the less wanted bacteria. The good bacteria contributes to many important body functions, such as educating our immune system. They are also linked to better mood, stamina and health in general. A healthy gut is essential for a healthy body.
Yes. You can take both products together in the same meal or take them separately at different times during the day, as you prefer. The dietary fibers in ZinoBiotic are the same as the ones found in the LeanShake.
It is recommended that people with stomach related problems start with a small dose and increase the dosage over a period of time, giving the microbiome time to adjust.
Symptoms could include increased fecal bulk, rumbling and sounds. Increased level of flatulence (gas) can also be experienced in relation to a dietary fiber intake, but in most cases this will only last for a short period of time. Some people also experience mild constipation. For this, and other symptoms it is important to ensure your water consumption by adding more water to your diet. This is recommended in general when you consume any kind of dietary fibers.
It compensates for the modern diet, which is low in many of the micro- and phyto-nutrients needed for optimal health.
Xtend is intended for adults and children over 12 years of age. No other contraindications.
Xtend contains 85 micro grams of Vitamin K (25 mcg K1, 60 mcg K2), which is 113% of the RDI. Vitamin K is known to compete with anti-k anticoagulant medication, so it is important to tell your doctor. The doctor should be monitoring your blood clotting time and will adjust the dose of your medication.
Xtend is so much more. It contains all the important vitamins and trace elements, but it combines them with a full spectrum phyto-nutrient program and advanced immune support.
Read more about the ingredients in the Shop under Product info.
The ingredient in Protect is called Wellmune, it is a natural ingredient, a beta 1,3/1,6 glucan from a proprietary strain of baker’s yeast. There are 13 clinical studies that support the safety and efficacy of Wellmune. This science cannot be applied to beta glucans from other yeasts or mushrooms, which have different structures and are less effective.
Protect should be taken daily to provide immune benefits. The average life span of an immune cell is approximately 24-36 hours, so it is important to continually take Protect to boost new immune cells that the body is constantly producing.
Yes, 1,3/1,6 Beta-glucans are found in foods, but these have different structures and in
studies are only half as effective.
Anyone who has received an organ transplant should be cautious. This is theoretically a risk group, even though pre-clinical tests have not found any problems. In general, follow the recommended dosage on the label.
The upper daily intake for vitamin D is 100 μg and this equals 5 capsules. If larger doses are taken by mistake over time, you should contact your doctor.
Apply sparingly to the face and neck, morning and night, for best results. Use within 12 months after opening.
Yes, the majority of the ingredients in the Zinzino SkinSerum are natural. There are a few exceptions like the ingredients polyvinyl alcohol, methyl methacrylate crosspolymer, dextran, copper heptapeptide-14 pantohenate and heptapeptide-15 palmitate. These are used because there are no natural, stable alternatives that provide the same beneficial effect for your skin. However, the amounts are very low.
Ingredients must only be declared according to the INCI standard. Using only INCI words ensures that any person seeking more information can find it in the European cosmetics database.
There is no point for a child to use an anti-aging serum. However if the child has problems with acne, damaged skin from burns or scars, the serum may be applied.
The Zinzino skin serum can be used around the eye area like an eye cream would be used.
No, none of the ingredients in the serum are tested on animals.
This kind of ingredient is very common for use in cosmetics but comes in various forms and from many suppliers.
The purpose of the ingredient is to ensure a nice and smooth serum, which spreads evenly on the skin in a thin, powder-like layer.
In the Zinzino Serum we use a special kind of this ingredient, that is ISO 14001 Environmental Certified and the factory is GMP Medical Grade certified. The ingredient is certified free from any; preservatives, allergens, toxins or heavy metals. This ensures the best and safest possible ingredient in the Serum.
There is a concern in the world about both plastic material and nanomaterials in Personal Care and Cosmetic products and the effect on the environment, for example what happens in the sea if it rinsed of in the bathroom. Zinzino is aware of this and has taken that in consideration when choosing any ingredient in our Serum.
Our ingredient is in compliance to both the EU /FDA regulations for plastic and nano materials and the effect on the environment. It is confirmed to be safely by used in Personal Care and Cosmetic products.
Having chosen the currently best, Zinzino have a constantly and ongoing work to exchange any current ingredient for a better one, as long as we can maintain the great quality of the product.
A dosage of 2 tablets, (each containing 14 mg affron®) is recommended for most individuals. Individual requirements may differ, and additional tablets can safely be taken when required.
You can take Viva in the morning, afternoon or at night, depending on your requirements. You can take 2 tablets at the same time or at different times. It is generally better to take them with food.
Some take Viva during periods of stress, while others prefer to take it on a daily basis.
Safety issues? The toxicity of the saffron extract has been tested in vivo and in vitro (Abdullaev et al., 2002). The authors concluded that doses of up to 1.0 g/day of saffron extract are safe (=70 Viva tablets.) 5 grams of saffron extract (= 350 Viva tablets) is considered poisonous.
A doctor or nurse should be consulted before taking the product if you are; trying to become pregnant, pregnant, nursing or have a medical condition. Saffron extract is a safe ingredient but in large doses (see above) it may cause uterine contractions leading to miscarriage.
Viva is intended for adults and children above 12 years of age. A doctor or nurse should be consulted before giving it to children below 12 years of age.
EU:
Sleep
Viva contributes to relief of mental tiredness and fatigue, promoting good sleep 1
Relax
Viva helps to relieve ordinary stress 1
Happy
Helps promote a positive mood 1
The ingredients used in Viva are backed up by EFSA *1
The ingredients contribute to normal functioning of nervous system and normal psychological function as well as reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
What it means: According to EFSA, maintenance of these normal functions means healthy concentration, learning, memory and reasoning, as well as resistance to stress, and reduced apathy, mental sluggishness, depression, headache and fatigue.
*1 According to EFSA:
Biotin contributes to normal functioning of nervous system.
The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of biotin as referred to in the claim source of Biotin and as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.
Niacin contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system.
The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of Niacin as referred to in the claim source of Niacin and as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.
Vitamin B12 contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system.
The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of Vitamin B12 as referred to in the claim source of Vitamin B12 and as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.
Vitamin C contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system.
The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of Vitamin C as referred to in the claim source of Vitamin C and as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.
Iodine contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system.
The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of Iodine as referred to in the claim source of Iodine and as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.
Biotin contributes to normal psychological function.
The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of biotin as referred to in the claim source of Biotin and as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.
Folate contributes to normal psychological function.
The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of Folate as referred to in the claim source of Folate and as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.
Niacin contributes to normal psychological function.
The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of Niacin as referred to in the claim source of Niacin and as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.
Vitamin B12 contributes to normal psychological function.
The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of Vitamin B12 as referred to in the claim source of Vitamin B12 and as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.
Vitamin C contributes to normal psychological function.
The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of Vitamin C as referred to in the claim source of Vitamin C and as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.
Pantothenic acid contributes to normal mental performance.
The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of Pantothenic acid as referred to in the claim source of Pantothenic acid and as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.
Iodine contributes to normal cognitive function.
The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of Iodine as referred to in the claim source of Iodine and as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.
Folate contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of Folate as referred to in the claim source of Folate and as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.
Niacin contributes the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of Niacin as referred to in the claim source of Niacin and as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.
Pantothenic acid contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of Pantothenic acid as referred to in the claim source of Pantothenic acid and as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.
Vitamin B12 contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of Vitamin C as referred to in the claim source of Vitamin C and as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.
Vitamin C contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of Vitamin C as referred to in the claim source of Vitamin C and as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.
Omega-3 supplements are important to increase the omega-3 content in your diet and to achieve balance between pro- and anti-inflammatory components in your body. In addition omega-3 are important for a natural and healthy development and growth. Growing scientific evidence show that omega-3 (EPA and DHA) are important for our cardiovascular health, cognitive performance, mood and behavior, and not at least fetus development.
According to REGULATION (EC) No 1924/2006 & REGULATION (EU) No 432/2012:
So far EPA and DHA have 5 EU health claims:
- EPA and DHA contribute to the normal function of the heart
- DHA contribute to the maintenance of normal vision
- DHA contribute to the normal brain function
- DHA and EPA (2 g daily) contributes to the maintenance of normal blood triglyceride concentrations (max 5 g EPA+DHA).
- DHA and EPA (3 g daily) contributes to the maintenance of normal blood pressures (max 5 g EPA+DHA).
Inflammation is a process that can exert both positive and negative effects on your health. The acute inflammatory response is generally positive. It is an important part of the body´s defence against invading pathogens, and the response to injury. Symptoms include swelling, redness, pain and an increase in temperature in the affected area. But if acute inflammation fails to resolve the problem, chronic inflammation may develop, and this is generally negative.
Chronic inflammation is now known to play a critical role in driving most if not all the chronic degenerative diseases. There is overwhelming evidence that we have recently become far more prone to chronic inflammation, due to the progressive removal of anti-inflammatory compounds from our diet, such as Vitamin D and long chained polyunsaturated omega-3 fatty acids and pholyphenols.
According to REGULATION (EC) No 1924/2006 & REGULATION (EU) No 432/2012:
√ BalanceOil is a source of Vitamin D, (The claim BalanceOil is high in vitamin D can be used for dosages of BalanceOil from 12ml and above).
EU Health claims on Vitamin D in BalanceOil:
Vitamin D contributes to normal absorption/utilization of calcium and phosphorus, normal blood calcium levels, maintenance of normal bones, maintenance of normal muscle function, maintenance of normal teeth, normal function of immune system and inflammation response. It also has a role in the process of cell division.
Omega-3 is a collective term for a group of long-chained polyunsaturated fatty acids. These fatty acids are essential fatty acids meaning that you can only get them through your diet, and that your body can not produce them itself. There are different types of omega-3 fatty acids, but the omega-3 fatty acids with chain length of 20 or more carbons are the most important. These are entitled Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA or C20:5n-3) and Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA or C22:6n-3).
According to REGULATION (EC) No 1924/2006 & REGULATION (EU) No 432/2012:
The European Union have approved the following claims for EPA and DHA:
- EPA and DHA contribute to the normal function of the heart
- DHA contribute to the maintenance of normal vision
- DHA contribute to the normal brain function
- DHA and EPA (2 g daily) contributes to the maintenance of normal blood
triglyceride concentrations (max 5 g EPA+DHA)
- DHA and EPA (3 g daily) contributes to the maintenance of normal blood pressures (max 5 g EPA+DHA).
The recommendation from Nordic Council of Ministers (Nordic nutrition recommendations 2012) recommends that our omega-3 intake is at least 1 E% per day which means at least 2.2g omega-3 per day for an adult, and also an omega6/3 balance of less than 5:1
You can read it here, page 217.
The recommendation from WHO, they have stated a balance of about 4:1, (There should also be an optimal balance between intake of n-6 PUFAs and n-3 PUFAs, i.e. 5-8% and 1-2% of daily energy intake, respectively.) An average is used to get 4:1, 6.5/1.5=4,33=4:1, and this recommendation is to promote cardiovascular health.
You can read it here.
Ingredients in Balance Oil: Fish oil, cold pressed olive oil, mixed tocopherols, aroma (citrus, vanilla etc.) and Vitamin D.
The Balance Oil is made by LYSI in Iceland. The fish oil used, is primarily derived from short-lived, small pelagic fish such as sardines, anchovies and mackerel but there is no requirement for any specific fish and up to 30 different kinds of fish could be the source over time. The critical factor is a fatty acid profile of the oil (EPA + DHA) to ensure it efficiently optimizes Omega-6/3 fatty acid balance in the body, within 120 days.
The fish is wild caught and comes from various places like the Atlantic ocean and the Pacific Ocean. The fish oil is certified by local authorities to come from approved areas of fishing and also organisations like Friends of the Sea. Our fish oil is derived from whole, unprocessed fish. Any left overs of the fish is used as animal feed in order to reduce any waiste.
The fish Oil is anlyzed and certified to comply to all European regulations for heavy metals, toxins and other contaminants. At LYSI the oil goes through further refining processes to remove environmental contaminants before its blended with the Olive oil.
Lysi, meets all regulatory requirements for production and follows GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices) for food and pharmaceutical products.
The fish oil used in the Zinzino blend is derived from short-lived, small pelagic fish. The crude oil is extracted by cooking and further refined at Lysi.
Refining comprises the following steps:
Neutralisation: Removes free fatty acids, improves flavour.
Bleaching: Reduces colour, removes contaminants.
Winterisation: Improves clarity at low temperatures.
Deodorisation: Removes volatiles (compounds that give off-flavour and contaminants). This makes the products palatable and guarantees it complies with regulations setting maxima for contaminants.
