Overview
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Likely Very Effective
Based on 1 Research
9
USERS' SCORE
Medium or Average
Based on 12 Reviews
6.6
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 1 Capsule
Amount Per Serving
%DV
Zinc (as Zinc L-Methionine Sulfate)
15 mg
136%
Copper (as Gluconate)
1 mg
111%
Top Medical Research Studies
9
We investigated how zinc affects heartburn through the case of a 76-year-old Japanese man who experienced significant discomfort after undergoing a total gastrectomy. For two weeks, he suffered from a sore throat, heartburn, and difficulty swallowing. Endoscopy revealed deep, craterlike ulcers in his esophagus, but tests for viral infections were negative.
After initial treatment, his symptoms returned, prompting further investigation. Eventually, we found that his serum zinc level was low at 38 µg/dL, which led to a diagnosis of zinc deficiency. Following oral zinc supplementation, the patient reported relief from his symptoms and a noticeable improvement in the esophageal ulcers observed during a follow-up endoscopy.
Over the five years since his treatment, the patient has continued to take zinc supplements and has not faced similar issues again. This case suggests that zinc can play a crucial role in treating heartburn issues related to ulcers, especially in those with a deficiency.
After initial treatment, his symptoms returned, prompting further investigation. Eventually, we found that his serum zinc level was low at 38 µg/dL, which led to a diagnosis of zinc deficiency. Following oral zinc supplementation, the patient reported relief from his symptoms and a noticeable improvement in the esophageal ulcers observed during a follow-up endoscopy.
Over the five years since his treatment, the patient has continued to take zinc supplements and has not faced similar issues again. This case suggests that zinc can play a crucial role in treating heartburn issues related to ulcers, especially in those with a deficiency.
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Most Useful Reviews
9
No heartburn
Good zinc that doesn't cause heartburn or nausea, unlike many others.
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9
No discomfort
Nice complex; I take it with food daily. No discomfort or heartburn from my gastrointestinal tract.
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9
Problem solved
I took zinc for sores that wouldn't heal. It resolved the issue without heartburn or nausea.
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Medical Researches
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Likely Very Effective
Based on 1 Research
9
- All Researches
9
We investigated how zinc affects heartburn through the case of a 76-year-old Japanese man who experienced significant discomfort after undergoing a total gastrectomy. For two weeks, he suffered from a sore throat, heartburn, and difficulty swallowing. Endoscopy revealed deep, craterlike ulcers in his esophagus, but tests for viral infections were negative.
After initial treatment, his symptoms returned, prompting further investigation. Eventually, we found that his serum zinc level was low at 38 µg/dL, which led to a diagnosis of zinc deficiency. Following oral zinc supplementation, the patient reported relief from his symptoms and a noticeable improvement in the esophageal ulcers observed during a follow-up endoscopy.
Over the five years since his treatment, the patient has continued to take zinc supplements and has not faced similar issues again. This case suggests that zinc can play a crucial role in treating heartburn issues related to ulcers, especially in those with a deficiency.
After initial treatment, his symptoms returned, prompting further investigation. Eventually, we found that his serum zinc level was low at 38 µg/dL, which led to a diagnosis of zinc deficiency. Following oral zinc supplementation, the patient reported relief from his symptoms and a noticeable improvement in the esophageal ulcers observed during a follow-up endoscopy.
Over the five years since his treatment, the patient has continued to take zinc supplements and has not faced similar issues again. This case suggests that zinc can play a crucial role in treating heartburn issues related to ulcers, especially in those with a deficiency.
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User Reviews
USERS' SCORE
Medium or Average
Based on 12 Reviews
6.6
- All Reviews
- Positive Reviews
- Negative Reviews
9
No heartburn
Good zinc that doesn't cause heartburn or nausea, unlike many others.
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9
No discomfort
Nice complex; I take it with food daily. No discomfort or heartburn from my gastrointestinal tract.
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9
Problem solved
I took zinc for sores that wouldn't heal. It resolved the issue without heartburn or nausea.
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9
Good for men
It’s beneficial for men's health and doesn’t cause heartburn when taken with meals.
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9
High dosage
Good zinc in high dosage, without any heartburn experienced.
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Frequently Asked Questions
5
Initial heartburn
I had heartburn in the first days of taking it, but it subsided after a week, and I continue to use it.
2
Slight improvement
After two weeks of taking it, I feel a slight positive change, though I do have a little heartburn from taking it on an empty stomach.
0
Major heartburn experienced
I ought to have read the label more carefully, as it clearly states to take it on an empty stomach. Despite doing so, I found it very difficult due to significant heartburn.
9
Problem solved
I took zinc for sores that wouldn't heal. It resolved the issue without heartburn or nausea.
9
Good for men
It’s beneficial for men's health and doesn’t cause heartburn when taken with meals.
1.5
Less heartburn
1 people found this helpful
My stomach hurts and I'm unsure about the effects, but taking it with food reduced my heartburn compared to other products.
9
No discomfort
Nice complex; I take it with food daily. No discomfort or heartburn from my gastrointestinal tract.
9
We investigated how zinc affects heartburn through the case of a 76-year-old Japanese man who experienced significant discomfort after undergoing a total gastrectomy. For two weeks, he suffered from a sore throat, heartburn, and difficulty swallowing. Endoscopy revealed deep, craterlike ulcers in his esophagus, but tests for viral infections were negative.
After initial treatment, his symptoms returned, prompting further investigation. Eventually, we found that his serum zinc level was low at 38 µg/dL, which led to a diagnosis of zinc deficiency. Following oral zinc supplementation, the patient reported relief from his symptoms and a noticeable improvement in the esophageal ulcers observed during a follow-up endoscopy.
Over the five years since his treatment, the patient has continued to take zinc supplements and has not faced similar issues again. This case suggests that zinc can play a crucial role in treating heartburn issues related to ulcers, especially in those with a deficiency.
After initial treatment, his symptoms returned, prompting further investigation. Eventually, we found that his serum zinc level was low at 38 µg/dL, which led to a diagnosis of zinc deficiency. Following oral zinc supplementation, the patient reported relief from his symptoms and a noticeable improvement in the esophageal ulcers observed during a follow-up endoscopy.
Over the five years since his treatment, the patient has continued to take zinc supplements and has not faced similar issues again. This case suggests that zinc can play a crucial role in treating heartburn issues related to ulcers, especially in those with a deficiency.
References
- Hayashi A, Taki Y, Arai K, Sato S, Higashizono K, et al. Esophageal ulcer related to zinc deficiency following a total gastrectomy. Nutrition. 2023;110:111999. doi:10.1016/j.nut.2023.111999
