Typical dose
30-50mg daily
Rating
0.0/5
Oral
Oral safety: low
About this supplement
Zinc Picolinate is a chelated form of zinc, which enhances the absorption of zinc in the body compared to other forms. It is an essential mineral that plays a crucial role in various biological functions, including immune response, protein synthesis, wound healing, DNA synthesis, and cell division.
How much to take
- Typical amount
- 30-50mg daily
- Suggested range
- 30-50 mg
Potential benefits
Benefits linked to this supplement form:
Things to watch for
Possible side effects linked to this form:
Health goals
Needs and goals this form may help with:
- Daily Immune Resilience Immunity
- Seasonal Immune Support Immunity
- Skin Barrier & Environmental Comfort Immunity
- Blood Pressure Wellness Longevity
- Circulation & Vascular Comfort Longevity
- Bone Density & Strength Longevity
- Healthy Aging & Cellular Vitality Longevity
- Sun Protection & Photoaging Care Longevity
- Appetite & Craving Control Metabolic & hormones
- Body Composition & Stubborn Weight Metabolic & hormones
- Thyroid & Metabolic Rate Metabolic & hormones
- Reproductive Hormone Balance Metabolic & hormones
- Blood Sugar Stability Metabolic & hormones
- Post-Meal Glucose Spikes Metabolic & hormones
- Menstrual Comfort & PMS Metabolic & hormones
- Perimenopause & Menopause Support Metabolic & hormones
- Topical Firming & Body Tone Metabolic & hormones
- Zinc Deficiency
- Immune Health
Other forms of Zinc
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Technical details â–¼
Chemical ID (CAS)
17949-65-0
Formula
C12H10N2O6Zn
Physical properties
Zinc Picolinate is typically a white to off-white powder, soluble in water, with a slightly bitter taste.
How it’s made
Zinc Picolinate is produced by the chelation of zinc with picolinic acid, which enhances its absorption in the gastrointestinal tract.