Extra Strength Zinc Picolinate FAQUpdated 3 months ago
| Question | Answer |
| Is this product suitable for children? | No, this product is intended for adults only. |
| How and when should I take this product? | Adults should take 1 capsule daily, any time of day with food and a beverage. |
| Any cautions I should be aware of when taking this product? | If you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medication, or have a health condition, consult your healthcare practitioner before taking this product. Keep out of reach of children. Store tightly sealed in a cool place and avoid exposure to moisture. Once open, consume within three months if 60 CT and six months if 180 CT. Do not use if seal under cap is broken or missing. |
| What are the ideal storage conditions for this product? | 59 degrees to 86 degrees Fahrenheit, dry location |
| What is the shelf life on this product? | 24 months |
| Is this product made without the top 9 food allergens? | Yes, this product is made without milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, wheat, fish, shellfish and sesame. |
| Is this product gluten free? | Yes |
| Is this product suitable for vegans? | Yes |
| Is this product Non-GMO Project Verified? | Yes |
| Is this product lab-tested for purity and heavy metals? | Yes, all MegaFood products are tested for over 150+ pesticides as well as heavy metals, mold, and microbial content. |
| Can this be taken with other supplements or medications? | As with any dietary supplement, if you have questions about a specific medication or supplement combination, we recommend consulting with your healthcare provider or pharmacist who can best assess whether this supplement is appropriate for your individual health situation and current treatment regimen. |
| What is this little pouch inside the bottle? | The little pouch is a desiccant pack that helps absorb moisture and preserve shelf life of the product. |
| What material is this bottle made of? Is this bottle recyclable? | Yes, this bottle is glass and is widely recyclable. |
| Does this product have a CRC cap? | No |
| What are the benefits of taking this Zinc Picolinate Capsule? | There are several benefits to taking this Zinc Picolinate Capsule, including helping support immune health, healthy cognitive function, eye health, healthy skin, reproductive health, testosterone production, and overall health, plus providing antioxidant support.† Note: †These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Association. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. |
| How is this item different than the MegaFood Zinc Bisglycinate Tablet? | Both Zinc Picolinate and Zinc Bisglycinate are both considered high-absorption forms of Zinc (compared to Zinc Gluconate) but there are a few key differences between this item and the MegaFood Zinc Bisglycinate item: 1) this Zinc Picolinate item is in a capsule form whereas the Zinc Bisglycinate item is in tablet form 2) this Zinc Picolinate capsule delivers 30mg of Zinc whereas the Zinc Bisglycinate tablet delivers 22.5mg of Zinc. This form of Zinc Bisglycinate is fermented and chelated. 3) The Zinc Bisglycinate item contains a 44mg blend of real food (organic spinach, organic brown rice, organic parsley leaf, organic carrot, organic broccoli, and organic beetroot) and the Zinc Picolinate item does not. |
| How do I know if I should take the Zinc Bisglycinate Tablet or this Zinc Picolinate Capsule item? | We recommending consulting your healthcare practioner or pharmacist who can best assess which supplement is appropriate for your individual health situation. |