BulkSupplements.com Zinc Citrate
Brand: BulkSupplements.com · Form: POWDER [E0162] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that zinc citrate from BulkSupplements.com is a form of zinc, but the data provided here is for calcium, not zinc. Because of this, we cannot make any specific claims about the benefits or efficacy of this product based on the information you supplied. Data for zinc is not available in the provided materials.
How it works
Since the data provided is for calcium, we can share how that mineral functions. Calcium supports bone density and mineral deposition through bone mineralization and helps with muscle relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS]. This product is labeled as zinc citrate, so these mechanisms do not apply to it. Data on how zinc citrate works is not available.
Safety profile
Based on the FDA data provided, there were 592,059 total adverse event reports for all supplements, but no specific report count is available for zinc citrate [FDA data]. For calcium, which is the ingredient in the data, side effects from high levels include 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]. This information does not apply to your zinc citrate product.
Our recommendation
We cannot recommend a dose or usage for this specific product because the provided data does not contain any information on zinc citrate. Data on dosage, interactions, and specific side effects for zinc citrate is not available in the materials you supplied. To make an informed decision, you would need to consult a healthcare professional or seek data specifically for zinc supplements.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | BulkSupplements.com |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 100.0 Gram(s) 3.5 Oz(s) |
| Market Status | On Market |
How to Read This Label
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