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Zinc Picolinate 50 mg

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  • Zinc: 50mg is 1.2× the Tolerable Upper Intake Level (40mg)
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What the Evidence Says

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Zinc is supported by strong evidence for supporting immune function and cellular metabolism. However, the 50 mg dosage exceeds the recommended daily upper limit for adults, which may lead to copper deficiency or gastrointestinal distress. These potential concerns contribute to the lower safety score for this specific formulation.

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Safety Alerts

Zinc: 50mg is 1.2× the Tolerable Upper Intake Level (40mg)

AI-generated · Qwen 3.6 · grounded in 2 sources · methodology

This product received a low safety score because it contains 50mg of zinc, which exceeds the recommended daily upper limit of 40mg.

Label

Product Label

Label for Zinc Picolinate 50 mg
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Label Data

1 Capsule(s)
Serving Size
240
Servings
Mineral
Product Type
100%
Evidence Coverage
Ingredients

Supplement Facts — Evidence Check

50 mg (450% DV)
Exceeds UL by 1.2× (UL: 40 mg) 263 studies (A:6, B:134)

Other Ingredients

Rice Flour Hypromellose Magnesium Stearate
Claims

Label Claims — Verification

Unverified Nutrient
Unverified All Other
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Product Information

Directions for Use

Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, take 1 capsule daily with 8-12 oz of water or as directed by your healthcare professional.

Warnings & Precautions

Warning: For healthy individuals 18 years and older.

Consult a healthcare professional prior to use if you are pregnant or nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition.

Keep out of reach of children.

Formulation Notes

Do not use if safety seal is broken or missing.

50 mg Zinc per serving

Third Party Tested Made and quality tested in the USA with globally sourced ingredients.

Non-GMO Gluten-Free Non-GMO Product

Additional Information

Notice: Store in a cool, dry place.

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Metadata

Product Details

UPC / SKU7 02669 93627 9
DSLD Entry Date2024-06-20
Product TypeMineral
FormCapsule
DSLD ID311943
Data Updated2026-04-11
Research

Research Evidence

397
Research Sources
55
Avg Quality
200
Meta Analysis
68
Rct
58
Systematic Review
53
Clinical Trial
9
Cochrane Review
2
Narrative Review
2
Regulatory Source
1
Observational
1
Other
1
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