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Zinc supplement for mineral support
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (small) of Zinc dietary supplement (0 g) has 1 calories. That works out to 350 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.2 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 50 mg of Zinc covers 455% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (small) · 0.25 g
1
KCAL / 0.25G
Carbs
0.2g
· 0% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 100% · Protein 0% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 1 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.13 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0 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) | 0.3 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 0.3 g | 1 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 0.5 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 pack (mini) | 7.5 g | 26 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 15 g | 53 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 30 g | 105 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 350 kcal |
Calculated from 350 calories per 100 g.
A zinc dietary supplement helps provide zinc, a mineral involved in immune function, cell growth and wound healing. It can help correct low zinc intake, but taking extra zinc does not reliably improve these functions when your intake is already adequate.
No, a zinc dietary supplement is not a proven way to prevent or cure a cold. Some zinc lozenges may modestly shorten a cold if started soon after symptoms begin, but results vary and that evidence does not apply to every supplement form.
There is no universally best time to take a zinc dietary supplement. Choose a time you can follow consistently, and take it with food if it upsets your stomach. Keep it separate from medicines that can interact with zinc.
A zinc dietary supplement can be taken on an empty stomach, but this may cause nausea or stomach discomfort. If that happens, take it with a meal instead; follow the product directions and do not exceed the suggested amount.
Yes, a zinc dietary supplement can be taken daily when the amount and duration match the product directions or a clinician’s advice. Regularly taking too much zinc can interfere with copper absorption, so avoid doubling up on zinc-containing products.
Common side effects of a zinc dietary supplement include nausea, stomach upset and a metallic taste. High or prolonged intake can cause copper deficiency, while very large amounts may lead to more serious symptoms; stick to the directions on the label.
Yes, most people can take a zinc dietary supplement with magnesium. Taking high-dose mineral supplements together may affect how well they are absorbed, so follow the directions for each product rather than adding extra doses.
No form of zinc dietary supplement is proven best for everyone. Products may contain zinc gluconate, citrate or picolinate, among other forms; compare the amount of zinc provided and choose a product with clear serving instructions.
A zinc dietary supplement is not a reliable testosterone booster for people who already get enough zinc. Correcting a deficiency may help restore normal hormone function, but taking extra zinc has not been shown to raise testosterone beyond normal levels.
A zinc dietary supplement is not generally known to cause hair loss when used as directed. Excessive, prolonged zinc intake can disrupt copper balance and harm health; hair loss can have many causes and is not a reason to take zinc without evidence of deficiency.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
B3
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Zinc
50mg · 455% DV
Sodium
0.13mg · 0% DV
Calcium
0mg · 0% DV
Iron
0mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
0mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 1 calories in 1 piece (small) (0.25 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 Zinc dietary supplement is a product that provides zinc, commonly as a tablet, capsule or chewable. It is not a meal or a conventional food ingredient; the form and directions depend on the specific product and the zinc compound it contains.
Tablets and capsules are usually swallowed with water, while chewables may have a distinct flavour or texture. People may fit one into a daily routine with a meal or at another time, following the label. Its nutritional character comes from its mineral content rather than from protein, fibre or other food nutrients, so it does not replace a varied diet. Stick to the serving instructions on the package, and check the label for guidance on whether to take it with food.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
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 4
Ultra-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
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ 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.