Thorne Zinc Bisglycinate
by Thorne
"Practitioner-grade zinc bisglycinate — 15mg highly absorbable zinc chelate that won't upset your stomach"
Overview
Thorne Zinc Bisglycinate provides 15mg of zinc from zinc bisglycinate — a chelated form where zinc is bound to two glycine molecules. This chelation dramatically improves absorption (up to 43% bioavailability vs 4% for zinc oxide) and virtually eliminates the nausea and stomach upset common with other zinc forms. The 15mg dose is conservative and well-suited for daily maintenance supplementation. Zinc is essential for immune function (required by over 300 enzymes), testosterone production, wound healing, and taste/smell perception.
Key Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Zinc (as Bisglycinate) | 15 mg |
Pros & Cons
What We Like
- Bisglycinate form (highest absorption)
- No stomach upset or nausea
- Thorne practitioner-grade quality
- 15mg conservative daily dose
- 8,000+ Amazon reviews
What Could Be Better
- Only 60 capsules
- 15mg may be low for deficiency treatment
- Premium price for zinc ($14-18)
- Need higher dose for acute immune support
Who Is This For?
Best For
- Daily zinc maintenance
- Those who get nausea from zinc
- Practitioner-recommended zinc
- Immune system support
Not Ideal For
- Acute zinc deficiency treatment
- Budget zinc seekers
- Those wanting higher doses
Our Verdict
Thorne Zinc Bisglycinate is the practitioner-grade zinc — bisglycinate chelation for maximum absorption without stomach upset. The 15mg dose is perfect for daily maintenance. For acute immune support, you may need to double the dose temporarily.
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