NutraBio Zinc Gluconate
Brand: NutraBio · Form: POWDER [E0162] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that NutraBio Zinc Gluconate is a straightforward zinc supplement. However, we need to be very clear about what the data actually covers. The information provided is primarily about calcium, not zinc. For zinc-specific benefits, risks, and dosing, data is not available from the provided sources.
How it works
Regarding the ingredient calcium (which is the only ingredient with mechanism data), it supports bone mineralization and neuromuscular relaxation [NIH ODS]. This is unrelated to the zinc gluconate product you are asking about. For the specific mechanism of zinc gluconate, data is not available.
Safety profile
The FDA received 592,059 total adverse event reports across all supplements [FDA data]. For zinc gluconate specifically, data is not available. Regarding the calcium data provided (which is not the active ingredient in this product), high levels of calcium in the blood and urine can cause constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, and abnormal heart rhythms [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Our assessment is that you should not rely on this data to make decisions about taking NutraBio Zinc Gluconate. The provided information focuses on calcium, not zinc. Without specific zinc data, we cannot offer a confident recommendation. Data not available for zinc-specific dosing, benefits, or side effects from the provided sources.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | NutraBio |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 1.1 lbs 500.0 Gram(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