Zinc Gluconate

A form of Zinc

What You Get

400mg Zinc Gluconate provides 44.0mg Elemental Zinc

This form contains 11.0% Elemental Zinc by weight.

Approximately 11% elemental content

Tier 3 - Low Bioavailability 3 conversion steps

Basic/low bioavailability form. Cheap raw material with poor absorption or high GI distress. Often poorly utilized by the body, requires 3+ conversion steps.

Key characteristics:

synthetic

Active Ingredient Conversions

This form provides the following active ingredients:

Elemental Zinc

Provides 11.0% Elemental Zinc (mg)

Approximately 11% elemental content

Description

Zinc gluconate is a bioavailable form of zinc commonly used in supplements and lozenges. Produced synthetically, it supports immune function, wound healing, and skin health. It has been shown to potentially reduce the duration and severity of the common cold. Common side effects are mild, but prolonged high doses can lead to copper deficiency. Dosages typically range from 15-50mg daily.