Zinc in the picolinate form, well absorbed and easy on the stomach.
£22.31
£0.19 per day £0.19 per capsule
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Zinc Picolinate Capsules give you zinc bound to picolinic acid, one of the better absorbed forms and gentle on the stomach. Each capsule provides 13.8mg of zinc and you take one or two a day with a meal, from a pot of 120 capsules.
Zinc is a mineral your immune system, skin and hormones all depend on. Intake is often low in people who eat little meat or shellfish.
Zinc Picolinate Capsules are most useful for:
If you cannot swallow capsules or want to adjust the amount by the drop, Super Zinc Liquid gives 8mg of zinc in ten drops.
Each capsule provides 13.8mg of zinc, which is 138% of the daily reference value. The other ingredients are cellulose and the vegetable capsule shell. Chelated zinc and zinc picolinic acid are other names for it.
Take one or two capsules a day, with or just after a meal. One a day is the everyday amount, while two a day is for periods of increased need such as cold season, after illness or when working on skin, hair or hormonal concerns.
The capsules are suitable for vegans and vegetarians. They are free from gluten, dairy and nuts.
The capsules are made in the UK in a GMP certified cleanroom facility accredited to ISO 9001 and ISO 14001. Every batch is traceable from raw material to finished product. Like every supplement Nutri Tailor stocks, they are practitioner grade and guaranteed additive free.
Why zinc picolinate rather than citrate, gluconate or oxide?
Picolinate is zinc bound to picolinic acid, a form the body absorbs well. Citrate and gluconate are also well absorbed, while oxide is the cheapest and the least well absorbed. Picolinate is the usual choice for a moderate daily amount that is easy on the stomach.
How much zinc should I take a day?
Take one capsule a day for everyday use, or two a day at times of increased need. Long term intake above 40mg a day can lower copper, so keep to the label amount.
When is the best time to take zinc?
Take it with or just after a meal, because zinc on an empty stomach can cause nausea. Meals that include protein support absorption.
Can I take it with other supplements?
Yes, as long as you leave a gap. Zinc competes with iron, calcium and high dose magnesium for absorption, so take those at least two hours apart. If you take zinc every day for a long time, Copper Citrate Capsules keep the two minerals in balance.
Does zinc have side effects?
Nausea is the one to know about, which happens when zinc is taken on an empty stomach, so take it with food.
What are the signs I might be low in zinc?
Changes in taste, slow healing skin and getting run down more often are the signs people report. A blood test can confirm your level.
Order before 2pm Monday to Friday and your capsules are dispatched the same day from the UK. Standard UK delivery by Royal Mail Tracked 48 takes 2 to 4 working days and costs £3.35, or it is free when you spend £35 or more. Faster delivery is available at checkout. Nutri Tailor also ships worldwide, with duties and taxes shown before you pay. You can return unopened items within 30 days of delivery. New customers get 10% off their first order.
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The information on this page draws on the NHS and the NIH Office of Dietary Supplements.
| Each capsule contains: | %NRV* | |
|---|---|---|
| Zinc | 13.8 mg | 138% |
† Nutrient Reference Value (NRV*) not established
Also listed as zinc picolinic acid, chelated zinc, zinc picolinate.
Suitable for men.
Suitable for women.
Consult your healthcare practitioner before use if pregnant or breastfeeding.
Suitable for vegetarians.
Suitable for vegans.
No gluten containing ingredients.
No nut containing ingredients.
No dairy containing ingredients.
If you are taking prescribed medicines or under medical supervision, consult your healthcare practitioner before use.
Store in a cool dry place.
Keep out of reach of children.
This information is not a substitute for advice from a healthcare practitioner.
This product should not be used as a substitute for a varied diet.
Once opened, consume within 3 months.
This product is in stock. Orders placed before 2pm Mon-Fri are dispatched the same day.
UK Standard Delivery (Royal Mail Tracked 48, 2 to 4 working days) is £3.35, or free on orders of £35 or more. Express Delivery (Tracked 24, 1 to 2 working days) is £5.65, free on orders of £60 or more. Next Day Delivery (Royal Mail Special Delivery) is £8.50, free on orders of £100 or more; order before 2pm on a working day for next-working-day arrival. We dispatch Monday to Friday.
Delivery and worldwide shipping options are shown at checkout, with duties and taxes included.
Unopened items in their original packaging can be returned within 30 days of delivery.
New customers get 10% off their first order.

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Zinc Picolinate supports immune function, skin health, and hormonal balance.
Take it with food, which most people find easier on the stomach. Leave a gap of an hour or two between zinc and iron or calcium supplements.
Signs people report include changes in taste, slow-healing skin and getting run down more often. A blood test can confirm your level.
Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal skin. That is the authorised claim; Nutri Tailor makes no claim about any skin condition.
Long-term intake above 40mg daily can cause copper deficiency. Cycle on and off or use a zinc-copper combination.
Picolinate is zinc bound to picolinic acid, a form the body absorbs well. Citrate and gluconate are also well absorbed and are common in high street products. Zinc bisglycinate, zinc bound to glycine, is another well absorbed chelated form and a fair alternative to picolinate, though Nutri Tailor does not stock it. Oxide is the cheapest and the least well absorbed. Picolinate is the usual choice for people who want a moderate daily dose in a form that is easy on the stomach.
Tablets need binders, fillers and a coating to hold their shape. A capsule is a cellulose shell around the powder, so it carries no binders and breaks down quickly once swallowed.
