365 by Whole Foods Market, Chelated Zinc, 60 CT

While the fda recommends staying below 40 mg of zinc, most supplements are 50 mg. Zinc competes with other nutrients so going so hard on it on a regular basis is not a good idea. That's why this smaller does for the day to day and the added copper, which too much zinc can cause to be deficient are excellent features. If you start to get sick or are around sick people, then maybe you should consider upping the dose or taking lozenges that are a direct application to the vulnerable areas. Otherwse, stick to a smaller dose like this. Also, for efficient zinc usage, take quercetin which helps the zinc get into the cell.

Chelated Zinc is probably the most easily absorb-able form. There is controversy over whether or not Zinc should be mixed with Copper since they cancel each other out. I'm sure the scientists at 365 (Whole Foods) are smart enough to formulate an effective vitamin. From what I have read, the ratio in these make it that you can still get the Zinc. Reading online, you are supposed to take Zinc between meals for maximum absorption. The bottle suggests taking it with a meal. I have been taking it 1 hour before dinner. I am going to warn you now. If you take zinc on an empty stomach you will feel like you are dying. No joke. If I take this and don't eat at least an hour later I will feel SO sick. So I would recommend taking with a meal unless you are really brave. It never gets better. I'm almost done with the bottle and I am not able to take it without feeling it a little bit. Eating will help! Lastly, I'm taking this because I was on Birth Control for 10 years and Vegan for 8 years. After quitting the pill I have hormonal acne, acne scarring, chest acne, dandruff, etc. I have read that birth control and veganism can rob you or your vitamins and minerals so I am desperately trying to balance everything out. Acne and skin issues are often linked to zinc deficiency. I have not magically become more beautiful and my skin still has issues. I will continue to take zinc though. It also helps with your immune system so you can't go wrong.

[Original Review Written for 120 Count of this Product] These Chelated Zinc and Chelated Copper capsules by 365 are a terrific product. Whether you have a Zinc/Copper deficiency or the dose is ideal. Jarrow Formula, which also carries good quality supplements, has their version of this project. To be completely honest, they bottle has an even cheaper unit price as of early 2020. However, I will say that their capsules only have 1 mg of Copper, whereas 365's has 2 mgs. The quality is superb, and the price is unbeatable (considering you get the 120 count)... what more can I say? I know retailers (both Amazon and local ones) now have Zinc droppers in ionic form. I suppose those would be very good too and have superb absorption qualities as they are ionic. However, chelated minerals (Zinc, Copper, Magnesium, Calcium, etc.) , such as Glycinates and Citrates are absorbed quite well in the body (not a doctor, but I am a computational Chemist and Biologist ;))

Like that this comes as a combination of zinc and copper. Seems to help with my metabolism and also skin repair. Recommend.

I started taking zinc supplements a few months ago to support my immune system, and I’ve really noticed a difference. I feel like I get over colds faster and haven’t been sick as often since starting them. They’ve also helped with my skin—less breakouts and better overall tone. The tablets are easy to swallow and don’t upset my stomach like some other supplements have in the past. I also appreciate that the brand I use includes zinc in a form that’s well-absorbed (like zinc picolinate or zinc gluconate). Just a heads-up: it’s best to take zinc with food to avoid any mild nausea, and not to overdo it—more isn’t always better with minerals. But as part of a daily routine, this supplement has become a staple for me. Highly recommend for anyone looking to boost their immunity or support skin health!

I have been getting so many compliments on my skin! Since aids the body in production of collagen and I can tell. I have also always suffered from a weak immune system and tend to get every single sickness I come across, but I’ve been able to fight off several illnesses. My mom even came home sick and stayed sick for days, spreading germs, but I never got sick.

I've been using for quite awhile no issues

Never bought this brand before but seems to be a quality brand. Was a good buy. I like the low dosage and it seems to absorb fast . There's no flavor and pills are easy to swallow.