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Immune support supplement with vitamin C and zinc
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (small) of Vitamin C zinc propolis capsule (1 g) has 3 calories. That works out to 320 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.7 g of carbs, 0.1 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.1 g of fiber. Its 15 mg of Zinc covers 136% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 5 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (small) · 1 g
3
KCAL / 1G
Carbs
0.7g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.1g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 88% · Protein 13% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 3 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.4 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.7 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (small) | 1 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 1 g | 3 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 2 g | 6 kcal |
| 3 piece (large) | 3 g | 10 kcal |
| 30 piece (jumbo) | 30 g | 96 kcal |
| 60 piece (double) | 60 g | 192 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 320 kcal |
Calculated from 320 calories per 100 g.
It is a processed supplement combining vitamin C, zinc and propolis, a resinous substance made by bees. It is designed to provide these ingredients in capsule form, rather than serving as a whole-food source.
It is not a proven treatment for a cold. Vitamin C and zinc support normal immune function, but taking this combination does not guarantee a shorter illness or replace medical care when symptoms are severe.
Follow the directions on its own package, since the amount of each ingredient varies by product. Swallow it with water, and avoid doubling up with other supplements containing vitamin C or zinc unless advised.
You can generally take it with coffee, but water is the simplest choice. If the zinc upsets your stomach, take the capsule with food; coffee is not needed to help the ingredients work.
It may cause nausea, stomach discomfort or diarrhea, particularly if you take more than directed. Propolis can also trigger allergic reactions, especially in people sensitive to bee products.
No, someone allergic to propolis or other bee products should avoid it. Propolis may cause itching, hives, swelling or, rarely, a severe allergic reaction.
It can: zinc may interfere with the absorption of some antibiotics and other medicines. Ask a pharmacist how far apart to take them, because the right timing depends on the specific medication.
Only do so if the product instructions allow it. Opening a capsule can affect how it is taken, and the powder may taste unpleasant; do not open capsules designed for delayed release.
Use the expiry date and any after-opening directions on the package; there is no universal shelf life for all brands. Keep the container tightly closed and dry, and discard capsules that look or smell changed.
Daily use is appropriate only within the product's directions. Taking extra vitamin C or zinc from several supplements can push your intake too high, so check the combined amounts rather than stacking products.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
120mg · 133% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
B6
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Zinc
15mg · 136% DV
Phosphorus
0.9mg · 0% DV
Copper
0mg · 0% DV
Manganese
0mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
1.5mg · 0% DV
Sodium
0.4mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 3 calories in 1 piece (small) (1 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
A vitamin C zinc propolis capsule is a compact dietary supplement combining vitamin C and zinc with propolis, the resinous material bees collect from plants. It is usually swallowed with water rather than eaten as part of a meal; follow the product label for directions. In many countries, people take capsules alongside their regular breakfast or another convenient daily routine.
This is a concentrated supplement, not a substantial source of everyday nourishment, and the per-100-gram figures should not be mistaken for what one capsule provides. A typical serving is about 1 g. If you already use other supplements, check their labels to avoid doubling up, and ask a pharmacist if you are unsure whether this product fits your routine.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.