Solgar Chelated Zinc 100 Tablets
Solgar Chelated Zinc 100 Tablets
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Description
Solgar Chelated Zinc 100 Tablets is a zinc food supplement that provides 22 mg of zinc as bisglycinate in each tablet. Zinc contributes to the normal function of the immune system and to the protection of cells from oxidative stress. The daily dose is 1 tablet.
Key Features
- 22 mg of zinc per tablet: Each tablet contains 22 mg of zinc, and the daily dose is 1 tablet.
- Zinc as bisglycinate: The zinc is provided as bisglycinate, which Solgar describes as an amino acid chelate, meaning the mineral is bonded to an amino acid.
- Authorised zinc claims: Zinc contributes to normal cognitive function, normal fertility and reproduction, and the maintenance of normal hair, nails, skin, bones and vision.
- Free from several common ingredients: The label states the tablets are free of gluten, wheat, dairy, soya, yeast, preservatives, sweeteners and artificial flavours or colours.
- 100 tablets per pack: At 1 tablet a day, a pack lasts 100 days.
What is zinc used for in the body?
Solgar states that zinc contributes to normal cognitive function, normal fertility and reproduction, and normal macronutrient metabolism. It also contributes to normal metabolism of vitamin A, the process of cell division, and the maintenance of normal testosterone levels in the blood. In addition, zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal bones, hair, nails, skin and vision.
How much zinc is too much?
The NHS advises that you should not take more than 25 mg of zinc supplements a day unless a doctor advises it. One tablet supplies 22 mg, so avoid taking other zinc supplements at the same time unless a healthcare practitioner has advised it.
What does chelated zinc mean?
Solgar describes chelation as a mineral being bonded to an amino acid. In this product the zinc is bonded as bisglycinate, and the label describes it as an amino acid chelate.
Ingredients
Active ingredient: Zinc (as bisglycinate) 22 mg per tablet.
Other ingredients: Bulking agents (microcrystalline cellulose, dicalcium phosphate, citric acid), crosslinked cellulose gum, anti-caking agents (silicon dioxide, vegetable magnesium stearate, vegetable stearic acid).
Additional information: Free of gluten, wheat, dairy, soya, yeast, preservatives, sweeteners and artificial flavours or colours.
Usage and Instructions
Adults: take 1 tablet daily, preferably at mealtime, or as directed by a healthcare practitioner.
Warnings
Please read the following before taking this supplement:
- Do not exceed the directions for use. The NHS advises not to take more than 25 mg of zinc supplements a day unless a doctor advises it.
- If you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medications or have any medical condition, consult your healthcare practitioner before taking this product.
- Keep out of the reach of young children.
- This supplement is for adults only.
- Food supplements should not be used instead of a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle.
