Zinc Bisglycinate (Chelated) High Absorption | 50 mg | 90 Tablets | Peak Supps

Peak Supps Zinc Bisglycinate Chelated 50 mg, high absorption, in a 90 tablet bottle, supports normal immune system function and the maintenance of normal hair, skin and nails. The angle here is the chemical form rather than the dose alone: this zinc is chelated to glycine rather than bound in a simple mineral salt, and that changes the route it takes through the gut. It tends to suit people who found other zinc forms heavy on the stomach, and anyone who wants one tablet a day to cover the whole day.

What is zinc bisglycinate?

Zinc bisglycinate is a chelated form of zinc in which the zinc atom is bound to two molecules of the amino acid glycine, two bonds from each side, forming a ring that surrounds and shields the mineral. Zinc itself is an essential trace mineral the body's cells cannot make and do not hold in any meaningful reserve, so daily intake from food or a supplement remains the practical source. Its richest dietary sources are oysters, red meat, pumpkin seeds and legumes.

Benefits of zinc

• Normal immune function: zinc contributes to the normal performance of immune cells.
• Maintaining hair, skin and nails: zinc contributes to keeping these tissues in their normal state.
• Protection from oxidative stress: zinc contributes to protecting cell components from oxidation.
• Protein synthesis: zinc takes part in building proteins inside the cell.
• Fertility and reproduction: zinc contributes to normal fertility and reproduction.
• Maintaining normal testosterone: zinc contributes to keeping blood testosterone within its normal range.
• Cognition and vision: zinc contributes to normal cognitive function and to maintaining normal vision.
• Nutrient metabolism: zinc takes part in the metabolism of carbohydrates, fatty acids and vitamin A.

How it works in the body

Zinc works inside the cell in two ways. The first is catalytic: it sits at the centre of hundreds of enzymes and takes part in their reactions, carbonic anhydrase and alcohol dehydrogenase among them. The second is structural and wider in reach: a zinc atom binds four points along a protein chain and folds part of it into the shape known as a zinc finger, the structure that lets many transcription factors grip DNA and read genes. Chelated zinc is also absorbed differently from simple salts: bound to two glycine molecules, it stays electrically neutral in the gut, so it neither precipitates with phytates nor crowds the mineral pathway to the same degree.

What sets this formula apart

Zinc bisglycinate in this Peak Supps tablet parts ways with simple zinc forms such as zinc oxide and zinc sulfate in how it arrives. Simple salts break apart in the stomach and leave the zinc ion free in the gut, where it binds phytates and fibre and less of it crosses, while the chelated form keeps the mineral inside its glycine ring right up to the point of absorption. Glycine brings a second effect of its own: being a small amino acid, it makes the chelated form gentler on the stomach than mineral salts, a common complaint with zinc supplements. A 50 mg dose in one tablet covers the day without repeating, and a 90 tablet count covers an unbroken cycle.

Who is it for?

• Anyone who found other zinc forms heavy on the stomach.
• People wanting immune support inside a steady nutritional routine.
• Those on a plant-based diet high in phytates, which lower zinc absorption.
• Anyone paying attention to skin, hair and nail condition.
• Regularly training people who watch their daily mineral intake.

How to use

As a dietary supplement: one tablet daily, or as directed by a healthcare professional. Taking it with a meal is preferable to reduce the stomach discomfort zinc supplements are generally known for, and keeping it apart from iron and calcium supplements within the day helps, as they crowd closely related absorption pathways. A fixed daily slot keeps intake regular, since the body stores no zinc reserve.

Product details

• Form: tablet
• Dose: 50 mg zinc per tablet
• Mineral form: chelated zinc bisglycinate
• Count: 90 tablets
• Brand: Peak Supps

FAQ

How does chelated zinc differ from zinc oxide?

Zinc oxide is a simple mineral salt that breaks apart in the stomach and leaves the zinc ion free in the gut, where it binds phytates and fibre so less of it crosses. Zinc bisglycinate in this Peak Supps tablet keeps the mineral wrapped in two glycine molecules all the way to the absorption site, which is why the chelated form is described as high absorption.

Should zinc be taken on an empty stomach?

Taking a zinc tablet with a meal is preferable, since zinc supplements in general can cause stomach discomfort when taken on an empty one. The chelated form is gentler than simple salts in this respect, but pairing the dose with food remains the easier route.

What is the relationship between zinc and copper?

Zinc and copper share closely related absorption pathways in the gut, and long-term use of high zinc doses is associated with an effect on the body's copper balance. For that reason a 50 mg tablet is not used over long periods without supervision from a healthcare professional.

Cautions

• Not intended for pregnant or breastfeeding women.
• Not intended for anyone under 18.
• Consult a doctor when taking long-term medication or antibiotics, as zinc may interfere with the absorption of some of them.
• Do not exceed the stated dose, and do not use long term without supervision, given zinc's relationship with copper balance.
• Not a substitute for a balanced diet.