Thorne Zinc Picolinate 30 mg - 180 Servings

A well-researched form of zinc that exhibits superior absorption and tolerability* Zinc supports skin and connective tissues, protects against oxidative stress, and promotes immune, eye, nerve, and reproductive health.* Zinc is an essential micronutrient that plays a key role in growth and development, immune function, and testosterone metabolism, along with numerous other functions.* It is the second most abundant trace mineral in the body, second only to iron. Clinical studies have demonstrated that zinc picolinate exhibits superior absorption compared to zinc citrate and zinc gluconate, with significantly higher amounts of zinc found in hair, urine, and red blood cells when supplementing with zinc picolinate.* Zinc Picolinate is zinc bound to picolinic acid, which is produced in the body from the amino acid tryptophan. Picolinic acid facilitates the absorption of zinc in the small intestine. Benefits of Thorne’s Zinc Picolinate Supports the development and function of cells related to the immune system* Helps maintain T-cell function, white blood cells that balance the body’s normal inflammatory response during times of immune stress* Promotes cellular skin repair* An essential nutrient for eye health* Helps protect cells against oxidative stress* Supports the body’s normal production of testosterone, a hormone essential for promoting lean muscle mass* Features of Thorne’s Zinc Picolinate Available in both 15-mg and 30-mg doses Zinc picolinate has a long history of use as a supplement and has been the subject of numerous clinical studies Thorne offers two different forms of zinc – zinc picolinate and zinc bisglycinate. Both forms exhibit superior absorption rates compared to the citrate, gluconate, and oxide forms of zinc. Although zinc bisglycinate has data showing better absorption compared to zinc picolinate, zinc picolinate has a longer history of use as a supplement and has been the subject of more clinical studies. This product has been third-party tested and certified to verify what's in the package matches what's on the label and to confirm it contains no unsafe levels of contaminants, such as heavy metals, pesticides, and microorganisms. Take 1 capsule daily or as recommended by your health-care practitioner.