365 by Whole Foods Market, Chelated Zinc, 60 CT

Chelated Zinc is probably the most easily absorb-able form. There is controversy over whether or not Zinc should be mixed with Copper since they cancel each other out. I'm sure the scientists at 365 (Whole Foods) are smart enough to formulate an effective vitamin. From what I have read, the ratio in these make it that you can still get the Zinc. Reading online, you are supposed to take Zinc between meals for maximum absorption. The bottle suggests taking it with a meal. I have been taking it 1 hour before dinner. I am going to warn you now. If you take zinc on an empty stomach you will feel like you are dying. No joke. If I take this and don't eat at least an hour later I will feel SO sick. So I would recommend taking with a meal unless you are really brave. It never gets better. I'm almost done with the bottle and I am not able to take it without feeling it a little bit. Eating will help! Lastly, I'm taking this because I was on Birth Control for 10 years and Vegan for 8 years. After quitting the pill I have hormonal acne, acne scarring, chest acne, dandruff, etc. I have read that birth control and veganism can rob you or your vitamins and minerals so I am desperately trying to balance everything out. Acne and skin issues are often linked to zinc deficiency. I have not magically become more beautiful and my skin still has issues. I will continue to take zinc though. It also helps with your immune system so you can't go wrong.

While the fda recommends staying below 40 mg of zinc, most supplements are 50 mg. Zinc competes with other nutrients so going so hard on it on a regular basis is not a good idea. That's why this smaller does for the day to day and the added copper, which too much zinc can cause to be deficient are excellent features. If you start to get sick or are around sick people, then maybe you should consider upping the dose or taking lozenges that are a direct application to the vulnerable areas. Otherwse, stick to a smaller dose like this. Also, for efficient zinc usage, take quercetin which helps the zinc get into the cell.

Like that this comes as a combination of zinc and copper. Seems to help with my metabolism and also skin repair. Recommend.

I've been using for quite awhile no issues

Just wish it were either in a capsule or smaller for easier swallow.

I did extensive research on which formulations of zinc (there are about 5 different ones) would be the most easy for your body to use, without just getting excreted in your urine or held onto by your tissue. This formula came up top of my list. I've been taking it for 3 years now, with no issues. Always take zinc+copper together, because zinc by itself tends to deplete your copper. You don't want anything with zinc picolinate in it, because it gets absorbed too well into your tissues, and doesn't circulate for your body to actually make good use of it. 5 stars for this one!

Great

I started taking zinc supplements a few months ago to support my immune system, and I’ve really noticed a difference. I feel like I get over colds faster and haven’t been sick as often since starting them. They’ve also helped with my skin—less breakouts and better overall tone. The tablets are easy to swallow and don’t upset my stomach like some other supplements have in the past. I also appreciate that the brand I use includes zinc in a form that’s well-absorbed (like zinc picolinate or zinc gluconate). Just a heads-up: it’s best to take zinc with food to avoid any mild nausea, and not to overdo it—more isn’t always better with minerals. But as part of a daily routine, this supplement has become a staple for me. Highly recommend for anyone looking to boost their immunity or support skin health!