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Zinc Carnosine
Swanson
4.7
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
(2008 ratings)
Carnosine 29.5 mg
Score 60.0
Affordable Zinc Carnosine, primarily for gut health, with a low carnosine dose for general anti-aging, fitness, and brain health goals.
Quantity: 60 Capsule(s)Servings size: 1 Capsule(s) (60 servings)
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Anti-Aging
Fitness
Brain Health
leaderboard Score 60.0
Affordable Zinc Carnosine, primarily for gut health, with a low carnosine dose for general anti-aging, fitness, and brain health goals.
Swanson Zinc Carnosine provides a modest 29.5mg of L-Carnosine per serving, delivered via the well-regarded PepZinGI complex. While PepZinGI is primarily recognized for its benefits to gastrointestinal health, the L-Carnosine component does possess antioxidant and anti-glycation properties that contribute to cellular health and longevity. For individuals specifically seeking high doses of carnosine for broad systemic benefits like anti-aging or neurological support, this dosage may be insufficient; however, its exceptional affordability makes it an accessible option for those wanting to explore the benefits of PepZinGI, even if its main strengths lie outside the explicitly listed goals.
- Excellent value and highly affordable price per serving.
- Utilizes PepZinGI, a well-researched form of zinc carnosine, often praised for gut support.
- High number of positive reviews online, indicating customer satisfaction.
- L-Carnosine dosage (29.5mg) is low for targeting general anti-aging, fitness, or brain health benefits.
- Primary benefits of Zinc Carnosine are gastrointestinal, which are not listed goals for this analysis.
- Not a pure L-Carnosine supplement if that is the primary desired compound.
$14.19($0.23 per serving)
 iHerb | $ 14.19 | |
 Amazon | $ 19.19 | |
 Walmart | $ 16.76 |
| Ingredient | Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Zinc (PepZinGI Zinc-Carnosine) | 8 mg |
| L-Carnosine (PepZinGI Zinc-Carnosine) | 29.5 mg |
Categories
Carnosine 60.0
As a Zinc Carnosine product, it does provide carnosine in a specific chelated form. It scores moderately within the carnosine collection due to its affordability and the unique benefits of PepZinGI, but its lower carnosine dosage compared to pure L-Carnosine supplements makes it less ideal for general, high-dose carnosine needs.
Goals
Anti-Aging 55.0
The L-Carnosine component in PepZinGI offers antioxidant and anti-glycation properties that can contribute to anti-aging effects by protecting cells from damage. However, the relatively low dose of 29.5mg L-Carnosine is likely too minimal to provide significant anti-aging benefits compared to higher-dose standalone L-Carnosine products.
Brain Health 55.0
L-Carnosine has neuroprotective qualities and can help protect brain cells from oxidative stress. While this product contains L-Carnosine, its low concentration of 29.5mg makes it a less effective choice for those primarily focused on significant brain health improvements through carnosine supplementation.
Fitness 50.0
Carnosine's role in buffering lactic acid can support muscle function and endurance, aiding fitness goals. Nevertheless, the low dosage provided in this Zinc Carnosine product is insufficient to offer notable improvements in athletic performance or recovery for most individuals seeking a dedicated fitness supplement.
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