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5/11/2026
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Overview
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Likely Very Effective
Based on 1 Research
9
USERS' SCORE
Moderately Good
Based on 3 Reviews
7.6
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 1 Softgel
Amount Per Serving
%DV
Zinc (from 150 mg Zinc Bisglycinate) (TRAACS™)
30 mg
273%
Pumpkin Seed Oil (Cold Pressed)
250 mg
†
Top Medical Research Studies
9
We explored how zinc oxide (ZnO), often used as a feed additive, affects diarrhea and gut health in piglets infected with the ETEC K88 strain. Through careful observation, we found that piglets suffering from this infection exhibited significantly increased fecal scores compared to those not affected. The ETEC K88 strain harms the small intestine, leading to a loss of villus height and a decrease in important antioxidant activities.
Our findings revealed that ZnO administration counteracts these negative effects effectively. It not only improved the overall health of the intestine but also enhanced its ability to combat oxidative stress. We also observed a balanced restoration of gut microbiota, as ZnO helped normalize the populations of certain beneficial bacteria altered by the infection.
In summary, our study indicates that ZnO can play a vital role in easing diarrhea in piglets infected with ETEC K88 by reducing intestinal damage, supporting antioxidative defenses, and restoring healthy gut flora.
Our findings revealed that ZnO administration counteracts these negative effects effectively. It not only improved the overall health of the intestine but also enhanced its ability to combat oxidative stress. We also observed a balanced restoration of gut microbiota, as ZnO helped normalize the populations of certain beneficial bacteria altered by the infection.
In summary, our study indicates that ZnO can play a vital role in easing diarrhea in piglets infected with ETEC K88 by reducing intestinal damage, supporting antioxidative defenses, and restoring healthy gut flora.
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Most Useful Reviews
2
Caution advised
11 people found this helpful
Love them but be careful! I've been using these since January 2022. However, do not take them without eating first; I made that mistake and experienced stomach pain, nausea, and diarrhea. You've been warned.
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7.5
Effective absorption
2 people found this helpful
Absorbs well. I bought this for my husband, as zinc gluconate caused him diarrhoea. This form of zinc works effectively.
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9
Colitis relief
I take this supplement due to my history of colitis, and it has significantly improved my chronic diarrhoea.
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Medical Researches
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Likely Very Effective
Based on 1 Research
9
- All Researches
9
We explored how zinc oxide (ZnO), often used as a feed additive, affects diarrhea and gut health in piglets infected with the ETEC K88 strain. Through careful observation, we found that piglets suffering from this infection exhibited significantly increased fecal scores compared to those not affected. The ETEC K88 strain harms the small intestine, leading to a loss of villus height and a decrease in important antioxidant activities.
Our findings revealed that ZnO administration counteracts these negative effects effectively. It not only improved the overall health of the intestine but also enhanced its ability to combat oxidative stress. We also observed a balanced restoration of gut microbiota, as ZnO helped normalize the populations of certain beneficial bacteria altered by the infection.
In summary, our study indicates that ZnO can play a vital role in easing diarrhea in piglets infected with ETEC K88 by reducing intestinal damage, supporting antioxidative defenses, and restoring healthy gut flora.
Our findings revealed that ZnO administration counteracts these negative effects effectively. It not only improved the overall health of the intestine but also enhanced its ability to combat oxidative stress. We also observed a balanced restoration of gut microbiota, as ZnO helped normalize the populations of certain beneficial bacteria altered by the infection.
In summary, our study indicates that ZnO can play a vital role in easing diarrhea in piglets infected with ETEC K88 by reducing intestinal damage, supporting antioxidative defenses, and restoring healthy gut flora.
Read More
User Reviews
USERS' SCORE
Moderately Good
Based on 3 Reviews
7.6
- All Reviews
- Positive Reviews
- Negative Reviews
2
Caution advised
11 people found this helpful
Love them but be careful! I've been using these since January 2022. However, do not take them without eating first; I made that mistake and experienced stomach pain, nausea, and diarrhea. You've been warned.
Read More
7.5
Effective absorption
2 people found this helpful
Absorbs well. I bought this for my husband, as zinc gluconate caused him diarrhoea. This form of zinc works effectively.
Read More
9
Colitis relief
I take this supplement due to my history of colitis, and it has significantly improved my chronic diarrhoea.
Read More
Frequently Asked Questions
9
Colitis relief
I take this supplement due to my history of colitis, and it has significantly improved my chronic diarrhoea.
7.5
Effective absorption
2 people found this helpful
Absorbs well. I bought this for my husband, as zinc gluconate caused him diarrhoea. This form of zinc works effectively.
9
We explored how zinc oxide (ZnO), often used as a feed additive, affects diarrhea and gut health in piglets infected with the ETEC K88 strain. Through careful observation, we found that piglets suffering from this infection exhibited significantly increased fecal scores compared to those not affected. The ETEC K88 strain harms the small intestine, leading to a loss of villus height and a decrease in important antioxidant activities.
Our findings revealed that ZnO administration counteracts these negative effects effectively. It not only improved the overall health of the intestine but also enhanced its ability to combat oxidative stress. We also observed a balanced restoration of gut microbiota, as ZnO helped normalize the populations of certain beneficial bacteria altered by the infection.
In summary, our study indicates that ZnO can play a vital role in easing diarrhea in piglets infected with ETEC K88 by reducing intestinal damage, supporting antioxidative defenses, and restoring healthy gut flora.
Our findings revealed that ZnO administration counteracts these negative effects effectively. It not only improved the overall health of the intestine but also enhanced its ability to combat oxidative stress. We also observed a balanced restoration of gut microbiota, as ZnO helped normalize the populations of certain beneficial bacteria altered by the infection.
In summary, our study indicates that ZnO can play a vital role in easing diarrhea in piglets infected with ETEC K88 by reducing intestinal damage, supporting antioxidative defenses, and restoring healthy gut flora.
References
- Zhang Y, Liu J, Li M, Dong Y, Li Z, et al. Zinc Oxide Administration Relieves the Diarrhea of ETEC K88-Infected Piglets by Reducing Ileal Apoptosis and Maintaining Gut Microbial Balance. Vet Sci. 2025;12. 10.3390/vetsci12020115
