5/14/2025
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5/14/2025
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Overview
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Moderately Effective
Based on 3 Researches
8.3
USERS' SCORE
Moderately Good
Based on 15 Reviews
7.9
Top Medical Research Studies
8
We explored how zinc might help in treating and preventing the common cold. The study focused on zinc's effects, isolating it from other treatments to understand its true impact on cold symptoms. By doing this, the researchers aimed to clarify whether zinc could genuinely shorten the duration of a cold or alleviate its symptoms.
The findings were intriguing but showed that zinc might not yield significant benefits for everyone. While some individuals reported a slight reduction in cold symptoms, the evidence did not strongly support zinc as an effective treatment overall.
This means that, for those seeking relief from a nasty cold, zinc alone might not be the go-to solution we hoped it would be. It’s essential to consider this information when deciding on a cold treatment plan and to approach zinc with realistic expectations.
The findings were intriguing but showed that zinc might not yield significant benefits for everyone. While some individuals reported a slight reduction in cold symptoms, the evidence did not strongly support zinc as an effective treatment overall.
This means that, for those seeking relief from a nasty cold, zinc alone might not be the go-to solution we hoped it would be. It’s essential to consider this information when deciding on a cold treatment plan and to approach zinc with realistic expectations.
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9
We explored the impact of zinc-amino acids chelate on cold stress resistance in machine-transplanted early rice. Our investigation included other cold-resistant agents like uniconazole and abscisic acid, but we found zinc to be particularly effective. When applied during the regreening stage, zinc notably enhanced rice growth by promoting tillering and increasing the leaf area, which led to better yields.
We noted that zinc-amino acids chelate improved antioxidant enzyme activities, which are crucial for helping rice withstand cold temperatures. The yield of rice treated with zinc was approximately 9.22% higher than with uniconazole and 7.14% higher than with abscisic acid.
Additionally, we observed that using 750 g/ha of zinc-amino acids chelate during the transplanting and regreening stages yielded the best results. The timing of the application played a critical role, as spraying during these specific phases maximized both yield and cold resistance.
Overall, zinc treatments stand out as a promising option for improving cold stress resilience in early rice, making it a key consideration for farmers dealing with cold climate conditions.
We noted that zinc-amino acids chelate improved antioxidant enzyme activities, which are crucial for helping rice withstand cold temperatures. The yield of rice treated with zinc was approximately 9.22% higher than with uniconazole and 7.14% higher than with abscisic acid.
Additionally, we observed that using 750 g/ha of zinc-amino acids chelate during the transplanting and regreening stages yielded the best results. The timing of the application played a critical role, as spraying during these specific phases maximized both yield and cold resistance.
Overall, zinc treatments stand out as a promising option for improving cold stress resilience in early rice, making it a key consideration for farmers dealing with cold climate conditions.
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8
We explored the impact of regular gargling with an antimicrobial mouthwash that contains both cetylpyridinium chloride and zinc on upper respiratory symptoms. A total of 150 participants were split into two groups; one group just brushed their teeth, while the other group brushed and gargled with the mouthwash twice a day over three months.
Our findings revealed that those using the mouthwash experienced a 21.5% reduction in the frequency and an 11% decrease in the severity of respiratory symptoms. This strongly suggests that incorporating zinc, alongside cetylpyridinium chloride, can provide benefits for those suffering from cold-related symptoms.
However, it’s important to note that this study’s design involved multiple components, and we can’t isolate zinc’s effectiveness from the impact of the other ingredients. Still, the results encourage us to view mouthwash with these ingredients as a helpful addition to our daily hygiene routines, especially during cold and flu season.
Ultimately, this research indicates that gargling with a mouthwash containing zinc and cetylpyridinium chloride can indeed help alleviate some unpleasant cold symptoms, but we should be mindful of the combination's effects when interpreting these outcomes.
Our findings revealed that those using the mouthwash experienced a 21.5% reduction in the frequency and an 11% decrease in the severity of respiratory symptoms. This strongly suggests that incorporating zinc, alongside cetylpyridinium chloride, can provide benefits for those suffering from cold-related symptoms.
However, it’s important to note that this study’s design involved multiple components, and we can’t isolate zinc’s effectiveness from the impact of the other ingredients. Still, the results encourage us to view mouthwash with these ingredients as a helpful addition to our daily hygiene routines, especially during cold and flu season.
Ultimately, this research indicates that gargling with a mouthwash containing zinc and cetylpyridinium chloride can indeed help alleviate some unpleasant cold symptoms, but we should be mindful of the combination's effects when interpreting these outcomes.
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Most Useful Reviews
7.5
Prevents colds
88 people found this helpful
It works! I often fall ill whenever someone around me is sick. I take multivitamins and various supplements, but only after trying these elderberry gummies did something effective come along! Since then, I've purchased more bottles. In the last two months, I've avoided colds and coughs, despite ample exposure. Occasionally, I feel like I'm catching something, but it doesn't fully develop. I now primarily rely on these gummies and multivitamins. They're easy to chew and don't stick to my teeth like others do, with a pleasantly berry taste, albeit slightly sour.
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7.5
Prevents sickness
16 people found this helpful
Cheaper than the toddler version! Tastes great. My toddler loves it. I use this before cold season. My husband had a nasty cold and I gave this to my toddler daily, yet she remained cold-free. As a pharmacist and mum of two, I strive to keep my kids healthy. My two-year-old adores these gummies, thinking they are a sugary treat. They work wonders; during family colds, she shows barely any symptoms! Occasionally, she might have a runny nose, but it resolves in under 2.5 days. Before these, her colds lasted over a week. The gummies definitely decrease the severity of any illness. We’ve tried elderberry syrups before, but these gummies are far easier to administer. I will keep buying this all winter!
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9
Cold symptoms relieved
7 people found this helpful
These truly work! My colleagues have been urging me to try these gummies for ages. Just five days before Christmas, I felt a cold coming on. Following my friend's advice, I started taking Zarbee's and quickly ordered my own. With three a day and plenty of rest, I managed to avoid any cold symptoms by Christmas Eve!
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Medical Researches
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Moderately Effective
Based on 3 Researches
8.3
- All Researches
9
We explored the impact of zinc-amino acids chelate on cold stress resistance in machine-transplanted early rice. Our investigation included other cold-resistant agents like uniconazole and abscisic acid, but we found zinc to be particularly effective. When applied during the regreening stage, zinc notably enhanced rice growth by promoting tillering and increasing the leaf area, which led to better yields.
We noted that zinc-amino acids chelate improved antioxidant enzyme activities, which are crucial for helping rice withstand cold temperatures. The yield of rice treated with zinc was approximately 9.22% higher than with uniconazole and 7.14% higher than with abscisic acid.
Additionally, we observed that using 750 g/ha of zinc-amino acids chelate during the transplanting and regreening stages yielded the best results. The timing of the application played a critical role, as spraying during these specific phases maximized both yield and cold resistance.
Overall, zinc treatments stand out as a promising option for improving cold stress resilience in early rice, making it a key consideration for farmers dealing with cold climate conditions.
We noted that zinc-amino acids chelate improved antioxidant enzyme activities, which are crucial for helping rice withstand cold temperatures. The yield of rice treated with zinc was approximately 9.22% higher than with uniconazole and 7.14% higher than with abscisic acid.
Additionally, we observed that using 750 g/ha of zinc-amino acids chelate during the transplanting and regreening stages yielded the best results. The timing of the application played a critical role, as spraying during these specific phases maximized both yield and cold resistance.
Overall, zinc treatments stand out as a promising option for improving cold stress resilience in early rice, making it a key consideration for farmers dealing with cold climate conditions.
Read More
8
We explored the impact of regular gargling with an antimicrobial mouthwash that contains both cetylpyridinium chloride and zinc on upper respiratory symptoms. A total of 150 participants were split into two groups; one group just brushed their teeth, while the other group brushed and gargled with the mouthwash twice a day over three months.
Our findings revealed that those using the mouthwash experienced a 21.5% reduction in the frequency and an 11% decrease in the severity of respiratory symptoms. This strongly suggests that incorporating zinc, alongside cetylpyridinium chloride, can provide benefits for those suffering from cold-related symptoms.
However, it’s important to note that this study’s design involved multiple components, and we can’t isolate zinc’s effectiveness from the impact of the other ingredients. Still, the results encourage us to view mouthwash with these ingredients as a helpful addition to our daily hygiene routines, especially during cold and flu season.
Ultimately, this research indicates that gargling with a mouthwash containing zinc and cetylpyridinium chloride can indeed help alleviate some unpleasant cold symptoms, but we should be mindful of the combination's effects when interpreting these outcomes.
Our findings revealed that those using the mouthwash experienced a 21.5% reduction in the frequency and an 11% decrease in the severity of respiratory symptoms. This strongly suggests that incorporating zinc, alongside cetylpyridinium chloride, can provide benefits for those suffering from cold-related symptoms.
However, it’s important to note that this study’s design involved multiple components, and we can’t isolate zinc’s effectiveness from the impact of the other ingredients. Still, the results encourage us to view mouthwash with these ingredients as a helpful addition to our daily hygiene routines, especially during cold and flu season.
Ultimately, this research indicates that gargling with a mouthwash containing zinc and cetylpyridinium chloride can indeed help alleviate some unpleasant cold symptoms, but we should be mindful of the combination's effects when interpreting these outcomes.
Read More
8
We explored how zinc might help in treating and preventing the common cold. The study focused on zinc's effects, isolating it from other treatments to understand its true impact on cold symptoms. By doing this, the researchers aimed to clarify whether zinc could genuinely shorten the duration of a cold or alleviate its symptoms.
The findings were intriguing but showed that zinc might not yield significant benefits for everyone. While some individuals reported a slight reduction in cold symptoms, the evidence did not strongly support zinc as an effective treatment overall.
This means that, for those seeking relief from a nasty cold, zinc alone might not be the go-to solution we hoped it would be. It’s essential to consider this information when deciding on a cold treatment plan and to approach zinc with realistic expectations.
The findings were intriguing but showed that zinc might not yield significant benefits for everyone. While some individuals reported a slight reduction in cold symptoms, the evidence did not strongly support zinc as an effective treatment overall.
This means that, for those seeking relief from a nasty cold, zinc alone might not be the go-to solution we hoped it would be. It’s essential to consider this information when deciding on a cold treatment plan and to approach zinc with realistic expectations.
Read More
User Reviews
USERS' SCORE
Moderately Good
Based on 15 Reviews
7.9
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- Negative Reviews
7.5
Prevents colds
88 people found this helpful
It works! I often fall ill whenever someone around me is sick. I take multivitamins and various supplements, but only after trying these elderberry gummies did something effective come along! Since then, I've purchased more bottles. In the last two months, I've avoided colds and coughs, despite ample exposure. Occasionally, I feel like I'm catching something, but it doesn't fully develop. I now primarily rely on these gummies and multivitamins. They're easy to chew and don't stick to my teeth like others do, with a pleasantly berry taste, albeit slightly sour.
Read More
7.5
Prevents sickness
16 people found this helpful
Cheaper than the toddler version! Tastes great. My toddler loves it. I use this before cold season. My husband had a nasty cold and I gave this to my toddler daily, yet she remained cold-free. As a pharmacist and mum of two, I strive to keep my kids healthy. My two-year-old adores these gummies, thinking they are a sugary treat. They work wonders; during family colds, she shows barely any symptoms! Occasionally, she might have a runny nose, but it resolves in under 2.5 days. Before these, her colds lasted over a week. The gummies definitely decrease the severity of any illness. We’ve tried elderberry syrups before, but these gummies are far easier to administer. I will keep buying this all winter!
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9
Cold symptoms relieved
7 people found this helpful
These truly work! My colleagues have been urging me to try these gummies for ages. Just five days before Christmas, I felt a cold coming on. Following my friend's advice, I started taking Zarbee's and quickly ordered my own. With three a day and plenty of rest, I managed to avoid any cold symptoms by Christmas Eve!
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9
Cold severity reduced
4 people found this helpful
This product works wonders! I’m in my 60s and usually catch every cold I encounter and often bronchitis too. Since I started Zarbees 18 months ago, I’ve had only a few mild colds that vanished within 12-24 hours, and not one instance of bronchitis. My doctor is astonished, and I’m thrilled! The only change in my routine has been taking these. My husband takes them as well, and despite his exposure to germs from work and being outdoors in the cold, he has remained unwell too. I wholeheartedly recommend this product.
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10
Prevention during travel
3 people found this helpful
Zarbees cured my cold and kept me well during my trip! These Immune Supports are incredible. I took them daily while on vacation, feeling protected amid many who were unwell. They also helped my Dad recover from an impending cold.
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References
- Muniz FWMG, Casarin M, Pola NM, Rösing CK, Silveira TMD, et al. Efficacy of regular gargling with a cetylpyridinium chloride plus zinc containing mouthwash can reduce upper respiratory symptoms. PLoS One. 2025;20:e0316807. 10.1371/journal.pone.0316807
- Wieland LS. Zinc for prevention and treatment of the common cold: Summary of a Cochrane review. Explore (NY). 2025;21:103111. 10.1016/j.explore.2025.103111
- Yuan S, Qin S, Shi Q, Chen P, Tu N, et al. Effects of different cold-resistant agents and application methods on yield and cold-resistance of machine-transplanted early rice. Front Plant Sci. 2024;15:1422374. 10.3389/fpls.2024.1422374
