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Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 1 Tablet
Amount Per Serving
%DV
Zinc (as Zinc Gluconate)
30 mg
273%
The product is found useful for the following medical conditions
Common Cold
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Possibly Effective
Based on 6 Researches
7.3
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 25 Reviews
8.6
9
Zinc shortens cold duration variability
Quantile Treatment Effect of Zinc Lozenges on Common Cold Duration: A Novel Approach to Analyze the Effect of Treatment on Illness Duration.
Most Relevant Research
We explored how zinc lozenges affect the duration of the common cold through a detailed analysis of multiple trials. In particular, we focused on the Mossad (1996) trial involving zinc gluconate lozenges, which revealed an average reduction of cold duration by about 4.0 days. While that sounds promising, our findings through a quantile treatment effect (QTE) analysis tell a more nuanced story.
Interestingly, the QTE analysis showed that for individuals suffering from lengthy colds lasting 15 to 17 days, the zinc lozenges could shorten their illness by as much as 8 days. On the flip side, those with shorter, 2-day colds only experienced a 1-day reduction in sickness. This suggests that while zinc may help, its effectiveness varies significantly depending on the initial duration of the cold, making the overall average effect less informative than we might think.
Our examination extended to three trials that used zinc acetate lozenges, yielding a similar average reduction of around 2.7 days. However, again, those averages concealed varying effects for short and long colds, highlighting the importance of looking beyond simple averages in treatment studies.
Overall, we observed that zinc lozenges can indeed help with cold duration, but the extent of that help is very much dependent on how long a person has been suffering. This approach to understanding treatment effects through QTE analysis could have important implications not just for cold treatment but also for analyzing other health outcomes.
Interestingly, the QTE analysis showed that for individuals suffering from lengthy colds lasting 15 to 17 days, the zinc lozenges could shorten their illness by as much as 8 days. On the flip side, those with shorter, 2-day colds only experienced a 1-day reduction in sickness. This suggests that while zinc may help, its effectiveness varies significantly depending on the initial duration of the cold, making the overall average effect less informative than we might think.
Our examination extended to three trials that used zinc acetate lozenges, yielding a similar average reduction of around 2.7 days. However, again, those averages concealed varying effects for short and long colds, highlighting the importance of looking beyond simple averages in treatment studies.
Overall, we observed that zinc lozenges can indeed help with cold duration, but the extent of that help is very much dependent on how long a person has been suffering. This approach to understanding treatment effects through QTE analysis could have important implications not just for cold treatment but also for analyzing other health outcomes.
9.5
Effective relief
Most Useful Review
We were thrilled to find zinc, as it’s hard to get during the pandemic. I was sceptical, but this zinc really works. At the first hint of a common cold, I take it, and relief is usually felt by the next day or within two days. Highly recommended!
Pelvic Pain
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
No researches found
N/A
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 1 Reviews
8.6
9.5
Pain relief achieved
Most Useful Review
Excellent! I felt the benefits within a week of using it. I had been suffering from pelvic pain due to urinary incontinence, and after using the product, those pains disappeared.
High Cholesterol
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Moderately Effective
Based on 5 Researches
8
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 1 Reviews
8.5
9
Zinc improves cholesterol levels
Effect of Zinc Supplementation on Lipid Profile and Body Composition in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: A GRADE-Assessed Systematic Review and Dose-Response Meta-analysis.
Most Relevant Research
We explored how zinc supplementation affects cholesterol levels and body composition in patients with type 2 diabetes. By reviewing data from nineteen randomized controlled trials, involving 1,357 participants, we uncovered significant findings regarding lipid profiles.
Our results revealed that zinc supplementation leads to reduced levels of triglycerides, total cholesterol, and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C). Specifically, we noted reductions of 17.41 mg/dL in triglycerides, 19.60 mg/dL in total cholesterol, and 8.80 mg/dL in LDL-C. Furthermore, we observed an increase in high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) by 4.82 mg/dL, which is often termed "good" cholesterol.
While zinc appears to positively influence cholesterol levels, it's interesting to note that it did not have a significant impact on body weight. The body mass index (BMI) did show a slight decrease of 0.53 kg/m², but overall body weight remained unchanged.
In conclusion, our findings suggest that zinc supplementation could be a beneficial strategy for improving cholesterol levels in individuals with type 2 diabetes, thus contributing positively to their overall health and well-being.
Our results revealed that zinc supplementation leads to reduced levels of triglycerides, total cholesterol, and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C). Specifically, we noted reductions of 17.41 mg/dL in triglycerides, 19.60 mg/dL in total cholesterol, and 8.80 mg/dL in LDL-C. Furthermore, we observed an increase in high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) by 4.82 mg/dL, which is often termed "good" cholesterol.
While zinc appears to positively influence cholesterol levels, it's interesting to note that it did not have a significant impact on body weight. The body mass index (BMI) did show a slight decrease of 0.53 kg/m², but overall body weight remained unchanged.
In conclusion, our findings suggest that zinc supplementation could be a beneficial strategy for improving cholesterol levels in individuals with type 2 diabetes, thus contributing positively to their overall health and well-being.
8.8
Supports high cholesterol
Most Useful Review
Zinc’s notable medicinal property is its ability to balance blood sugar, aiding the pancreas in insulin production and possibly shielding cell membrane binding sites for hormone absorption. In diabetics, zinc helps lower high cholesterol levels, and skin condition symptoms improve as zinc levels rise. Supplement effects may take time, often weeks or months. Zinc also promotes protein synthesis, making it essential to take it before and after any surgery.
