Good State Ionic Zinc Plus 30,000 PPM

Our assessment

The evidence shows that Good State Ionic Zinc Plus 30,000 PPM contains a high concentration of ionic zinc, but the data provided is insufficient to make a specific recommendation for this product. Data on the specific ingredient, zinc, is not available in the provided materials. Our assessment is based on the single ingredient listed in the label, calcium, which is not the primary ingredient of this product. For calcium, our assessment is that it is essential for bone health, but high intakes carry significant risks [NIH ODS].

How it works

Based on the data for calcium, the ingredient listed on the label, it supports bone mineralization by helping deposit minerals into bone tissue, and it aids neuromuscular relaxation by supporting proper nerve signaling and muscle function [NIH ODS]. Data on how the primary ingredient, zinc, works is not available.

Safety profile

The FDA received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all products. For the ingredient calcium, high levels in the blood and urine can cause poor muscle tone, poor kidney function, low phosphate levels, constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent need to urinate, abnormal heart rhythms, and a high risk of death from heart disease [NIH ODS]. Some research also suggests high calcium intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer [NIH ODS]. Specific adverse event report counts for this product or its primary ingredient, zinc, are not available.

Our recommendation

Because the provided data does not cover zinc, the primary ingredient in this product, we cannot make a recommendation for Good State Ionic Zinc Plus 30,000 PPM. For calcium supplements, you should be cautious with high doses due to the risk of serious side effects and drug interactions with medications like bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, and levothyroxine [NIH ODS]. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement, especially one with a high concentration like this zinc product.

Supplement labels contain several key sections regulated by the FDA:

• Serving Size — The recommended amount per dose. Always check this — some products require multiple capsules per serving.
• Amount Per Serving — Shows the quantity of each nutrient in the product, typically in IU (International Units), mg (milligrams), or mcg (micrograms).
• % Daily Value (%DV) — Indicates how much a nutrient in a serving contributes to a daily diet. 5% DV or less is low; 20% DV or more is high.
• Other Ingredients — Lists inactive ingredients like fillers, binders, and capsule materials (e.g., gelatin, cellulose, magnesium stearate).
• Suggested Use — The manufacturer's recommended directions for taking the supplement, including timing and dosage.

Source: FDA Dietary Supplement Labeling Guide