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Effervescent zinc supplement; typically low-calorie and mineral-focused.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (whole) of Zinc effervescent supplement (4 g) has 15 calories. That works out to 375 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 40 mg of Zinc covers 364% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 70 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (whole) · 4 g
15
KCAL / 4G
Carbs
0g
· 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 0% · Protein 0% · Fat 100%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 15 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 200 mg | 9% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0 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 (whole) | 4 g | 15 kcal |
| 0.25 piece (quarter) | 1 g | 4 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 2 g | 8 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 3 g | 11 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 4 g | 15 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 5 g | 19 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 8 g | 30 kcal |
| 1 pack (jumbo) | 40 g | 150 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 375 kcal |
Calculated from 375 calories per 100 g.
A zinc effervescent supplement provides zinc, a mineral needed for normal immune function and many processes in the body. It can help increase zinc intake, but it is not a cure for infections or a guaranteed way to prevent illness.
Dissolve a zinc effervescent supplement completely in the amount of water stated on its label, then drink it. Do not swallow the tablet whole, and do not take more than the product’s recommended serving.
You can take a zinc effervescent supplement on an empty stomach, but zinc may cause nausea for some people. If that happens, take it with food, unless the product instructions say otherwise.
A zinc effervescent supplement is not proven to reliably prevent colds. Research on zinc lozenges is not interchangeable with evidence for effervescent supplements, so do not rely on this product to prevent or treat a cold.
A zinc effervescent supplement can interfere with the absorption of some antibiotics, including certain tetracyclines and quinolones. Ask your pharmacist or doctor how to space the doses if you use one of these medicines.
Taking too much zinc effervescent supplement can cause nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, or diarrhea. Excessive long-term intake can also interfere with copper absorption, so follow the label and avoid doubling up with other zinc products.
You can take a zinc effervescent supplement daily if the product directions call for it, but do not exceed the stated amount or duration. Long-term use without a reason can lead to excessive zinc intake and affect copper levels.
There is no single course length for every zinc effervescent supplement. Follow the label’s instructions; if you are considering prolonged use or taking it for a suspected deficiency, ask a healthcare professional to assess your needs.
Yes, let a zinc effervescent supplement finish dissolving before you drink it. This allows the tablet to disperse as intended; use the water amount on the package rather than swallowing the tablet whole.
A zinc effervescent supplement can be taken alongside some supplements, but avoid unintentionally stacking zinc from multiple products. Check their ingredient lists and total intake, especially if a multivitamin or immune-support product also contains zinc.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
B3
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Zinc
40mg · 364% DV
Sodium
200mg · 9% DV
Calcium
48mg · 5% 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 15 calories in 1 piece (whole) (4 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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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.
Zinc effervescent supplement is a zinc-containing supplement made to dissolve in water and be taken as a drink. It is not a meal or a traditional food; the dissolving tablet simply offers a convenient way to take zinc.
Let it dissolve as directed on the packaging before drinking. The flavour and sweetness vary by product, so it is usually taken with plain water rather than served as part of a dish. Its nutritional character is mineral-focused: the listed table shows 0 g of protein, carbohydrate and fat. Follow the product directions and avoid taking more than the recommended amount; preparing it with water keeps it simple and lets the flavour come through.
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.
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.