Zinc Picolinate

Zinc Picolinate

NutriCology4.9 (1,132 ratings)
Format:Capsule Quantity: 60 Capsule(s) · 60 servings
Goals
$13.49 $0.22 per serving

About this product

The 25 mg serving can help fill a zinc gap, but it is more than an ordinary maintenance contribution. Zinc supports normal immune function and skin repair; a larger amount does not establish greater benefit once intake is adequate.

Picolinate is a favorable form choice for absorption potential, and the elemental zinc amount is clearly stated. Copper is not listed with a known amount, so the broader mineral balance cannot be assessed.

The moderate serving cost is reasonable for a dedicated zinc supplement. Hair and testosterone relevance remains tied mainly to low zinc intake, while the eye findings do not establish improved everyday vision from zinc alone. The formula fits a specific nutritional need better than a broad expectation of enhancement.

Who is it for
  • Adults with an identified reason for more than a maintenance-level zinc supplement
Best for
  • Targeted zinc intake using a single identified source

Pros

  • Picolinate has favorable absorption potential
  • Clearly discloses elemental zinc and its source
  • Moderate serving cost

Cons

  • The higher amount does not establish stronger benefits
  • Copper content is not established
  • Zinc alone does not establish targeted everyday vision support

Warnings

  • The 25 mg zinc serving already exceeds ordinary nutritional intake references; count zinc from other supplements before combining products, especially when copper intake is unclear.

Product analysis

86 out of 100

Zinc Picolinate supplies zinc in a form with favorable absorption characteristics to support normal immune function when intake is low.

AI assessment of the formula, label and price. How scoring works

Nutrient Quality100

The zinc form has favorable absorption characteristics. That does not establish extra immune, hair or skin benefits compared with other forms.

Ingredient Transparency100

Both the zinc amount and form are stated. That makes it easier to compare what each serving provides with other zinc supplements.

Value For Money60

The zinc serving offers reasonable value at a moderate cost. Its usefulness still depends on whether additional zinc is needed.

Customer Satisfaction86

Customer ratings are very positive. A substantial number of ratings provides a useful picture of satisfaction, without proving effectiveness or safety.

Product Focus76

The formula keeps its focus on zinc nutrition for normal immune function and repair. Benefits for hair, skin and testosterone are clearest when low zinc intake contributes to the problem.

Format
Capsule
Container
60 Capsule(s)
Per serving
$0.22
Customer rating
4.9 · 1,132 ratings
Report analysis

Goals

Everyday Health
Impact
High effect
A Ingredient FitD+ PathwaysB- EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Zinc · 25 mg
Study evidence
Zinc Supportive 60 studies
Impact
High effect
A Ingredient FitF PathwaysA EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Zinc · 25 mg
Study evidence
Zinc Disputed 7 studies
Skin Health
Impact
High effect
A Ingredient FitF PathwaysB+ EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Zinc · 25 mg
Study evidence
Zinc Supportive 66 studies
Eye Health
Impact
High effect
B- Ingredient FitD- PathwaysB+ EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Zinc · 25 mg
Study evidence
Zinc Supportive 39 studies
Impact
High effect
A Ingredient FitF PathwaysA+ EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Zinc · 25 mg
Study evidence
Zinc Supportive 22 studies
Immunity
Impact
Highest effect
A- Ingredient FitD+ PathwaysA+ EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Zinc · 25 mg
Study evidence
Zinc Supportive 73 studies

Ingredients

IngredientAmount per servingScore
Zinc (Zinc Picolinate)
25 mg 79
Adults 18–50
Report overview
A+ Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityC+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyC Value
Zinc Picolinate supplies 25 mg of zinc at a moderate cost per serving. It uses zinc picolinate. The copper amount is unknown, leaving the zinc-to-copper balance unclear.
How this ingredient is rated

Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability100

It uses zinc picolinate.
Zinc Form Bioavailability
It uses zinc picolinate.

Dose, Safety & Label Transparency67

The serving supplies 25 mg of zinc. The copper amount is unknown, so the zinc-to-copper balance is unclear.
Elemental Dose Transparency
The elemental zinc amount and source are stated.
Zinc Dosage Safety & Effectiveness
The serving supplies 25 mg of zinc.
Zinc-to-Copper Mineral Balance
The copper amount is unknown, so the zinc-to-copper balance is unclear.

Value60

The cost per serving is moderate.
Price Per Serving Efficiency
The cost per serving is moderate.
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Sources

Published studies used for the product analysis and the top-ranked studies for each ingredient and goal.

  1. Effectiveness of sodium bicarbonate and zinc chloride mouthwashes in the treatment of oral mucositis and quality of life in patients with cancer under chemotherapy.
    Mohammadi F; Oshvandi K; Kamallan SR; Khazaei S; Ranjbar H; Ahmadi-Motamayel F; Gillespie M; Jenabi E; Vafaei SY · Nursing open · 2022
    Randomized trial144 participantsEveryday Health forZinc
  2. Zinc supplementation in young children with acute diarrhea in India.
    Sazawal S; Black RE; Bhan MK; Bhandari N; Sinha A; Jalla S · The New England journal of medicine · 1995
    Randomized trial937 participantsEveryday Health forZinc
  3. Associations of mortality with ocular disorders and an intervention of high-dose antioxidants and zinc in the Age-Related Eye Disease Study: AREDS Report No. 13.
    Clemons TE; Kurinij N; Sperduto RD; AREDS Research Group · Archives of ophthalmology (Chicago, Ill. : 1960) · 2004
    Randomized trial4,753 participantsEveryday Health forZinc
  4. Effects of zinc and probiotic co-supplementation on inflammation, gastrointestinal symptoms, quality of life, and mood in irritable bowel syndrome patients.
    Rezazadegan M; Soheilipour M; Amani R · Scientific reports · 2026
    Randomized trial84 participantsEveryday Health forZinc
  5. Effect of zinc sulfate supplementation on premenstrual syndrome and health-related quality of life: Clinical randomized controlled trial.
    Siahbazi S; Behboudi-Gandevani S; Moghaddam-Banaem L; Montazeri A · The journal of obstetrics and gynaecology research · 2018
    Randomized trial142 participantsEveryday Health forZinc
  6. Antioxidant vitamin and mineral supplements for age-related macular degeneration.
    Evans JR · The Cochrane database of systematic reviews · 2002
    Systematic review170 participants7 studies pooledEye Health forZinc
  7. Antioxidant vitamin and mineral supplements for slowing the progression of age-related macular degeneration.
    Evans JR; Lawrenson JG · The Cochrane database of systematic reviews · 2023
    Meta-analysis3,790 participants5 studies pooledEye Health forZinc
  8. Oral zinc in macular degeneration.
    Newsome DA; Swartz M; Leone NC; Elston RC; Miller E · Archives of ophthalmology (Chicago, Ill. : 1960) · 1988
    Randomized trial151 participantsEye Health forZinc
  9. A randomized, placebo-controlled, clinical trial of high-dose supplementation with vitamins C and E, beta carotene, and zinc for age-related macular degeneration and vision loss: AREDS report no. 8.
    Age-Related Eye Disease Study Research Group · Archives of ophthalmology (Chicago, Ill. : 1960) · 2001
    Randomized trial3,640 participantsEye Health forZinc
  10. Effect of vitamin A and zinc supplementation on the nutriture of children in Northeast Thailand.
    Udomkesmalee E; Dhanamitta S; Sirisinha S; Charoenkiatkul S; Tuntipopipat S; Banjong O; Rojroongwasinkul N; Kramer TR; Smith JC · The American journal of clinical nutrition · 1992
    Randomized trial133 participantsEye Health forZinc
  11. The effects of minoxidil, 1% pyrithione zinc and a combination of both on hair density: a randomized controlled trial.
    Berger RS; Fu JL; Smiles KA; Turner CB; Schnell BM; Werchowski KM; Lammers KM · The British journal of dermatology · 2003
    Randomized trial200 participantsHair Health forZinc
  12. Incubatory environment of the scalp impacts pre-emergent hair to affect post-emergent hair cuticle integrity.
    Schwartz JR; Henry JP; Kerr KM; Flagler MJ; Page SH; Redman-Furey N · Journal of cosmetic dermatology · 2018
    Randomized trialHair Health forZinc
  13. A comparison of hair quality and cosmetic acceptance following the use of two anti-dandruff shampoos.
    Draelos ZD; Kenneally DC; Hodges LT; Billhimer W; Copas M; Margraf C · The journal of investigative dermatology. Symposium proceedings · 2006
    Randomized trial40 participantsHair Health forZinc
  14. BMI and levels of zinc, copper in hair, serum and urine of Turkish male patients with androgenetic alopecia.
    Ozturk P; Kurutas E; Ataseven A; Dokur N; Gumusalan Y; Gorur A; Tamer L; Inaloz S · Journal of trace elements in medicine and biology : organ of the Society for Minerals and Trace Elements (GMS) · 2015
    Case-control study216 participantsHair Health forZinc
  15. Analysis of serum zinc and copper concentrations in hair loss.
    Kil MS; Kim CW; Kim SS · Annals of dermatology · 2013
    Case-control study342 participantsHair Health forZinc
  16. Nutrient supplementation for prevention of viral respiratory tract infections in healthy subjects: A systematic review and meta-analysis.
    Vlieg-Boerstra B; de Jong N; Meyer R; Agostoni C; De Cosmi V; Grimshaw K; Milani GP; Muraro A; Oude Elberink H; Pali-Schöll I; Roduit C; Sasaki M; Skypala I; Sokolowska M; van Splunter M; Untersmayr E; Venter C; O'Mahony L; Nwaru BI · Allergy · 2022
    Meta-analysis199,055 participants115 studies pooledImmunity forZinc
  17. Zinc supplementation reduces the incidence of acute lower respiratory infections in infants and preschool children: a double-blind, controlled trial.
    Sazawal S; Black RE; Jalla S; Mazumdar S; Sinha A; Bhan MK · Pediatrics · 1998
    Randomized trial609 participantsImmunity forZinc
  18. A randomized controlled trial of zinc supplementation in the treatment of acute respiratory tract infection in Thai children.
    Rerksuppaphol S; Rerksuppaphol L · Pediatric reports · 2020
    Randomized trial64 participantsImmunity forZinc
  19. The effect of zinc and vitamin A supplementation on immune response in an older population.
    Fortes C; Forastiere F; Agabiti N; Fano V; Pacifici R; Virgili F; Piras G; Guidi L; Bartoloni C; Tricerri A; Zuccaro P; Ebrahim S; Perucci CA · Journal of the American Geriatrics Society · 1998
    Randomized trial136 participantsImmunity forZinc
  20. The role of specific nutrients in preventing immune system and blood cell disorders: an umbrella review.
    Vecchietti A; Strano P; Minutolo G; Grieco V; Cappuccio G; Granvillano G; Confalonieri L; Briganti GL; Raso E; Chimienti M; Pellegrini M; Mercogliano M; Spatari G; Lugli C; Urbano T; Lorenzon A · Journal of preventive medicine and hygiene · 2026
    Systematic review13 studies pooledImmunity forZinc