MINERALS
Zinc (bisglycinate chelate)
Zinc bisglycinate is a gentle form of zinc that supports immune function and healthy skin.
Also known as: zinc bisglycinate, zinc glycinate, zinc supplement, Zinc bisglycinate chelate
At a glance
- Form
- Zinc bisglycinate chelate
- Category
- Minerals
- In an apiece formula
- 15 mg a day (you can change it)
- Recommended intake
- 8 mg (women), 11 mg (men)
- Upper limit
- 40 mg a day
- Studied for
- Immune support, Skin health*
- Reference
- NIH ODS: Zinc fact sheet
Who should be careful
Our safety rules leave zinc out of a formula, or keep the amount lower, with:
Kept to a lower amount with
- Multiple sclerosis medicine
- Anti-rejection medicine
- Mycophenolate, azathioprine or leflunomide
- Methotrexate
- Biologic or JAK inhibitor
- Organ or stem-cell transplant
Health conditions
- Wilson disease
Always check with your doctor or pharmacist before adding a supplement if you take medication, are pregnant or nursing, or have a health condition. Stay under the upper limit from all sources combined, including multivitamins.
Symptoms it’s studied for
- Tired or low energy
- Catching every cold
- Hair shedding
- Skin issues (acne, dry, eczema)
- Low libido
- Sugar cravings
From the Journal
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- How many supplement pills a day is too many?
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Questions
How much zinc a day?
apiece formulas usually include 15 mg a day. The recommended intake for adults is 8 mg (women), 11 mg (men). Upper limit: 40 mg a day.
What is zinc used for?
Zinc bisglycinate is a gentle form of zinc that supports immune function and healthy skin. In apiece it is part of formulas for Immune support, Skin health.*
Who should be careful with zinc?
apiece’s safety rules leave it out or limit it with: Multiple sclerosis medicine; Anti-rejection medicine; Mycophenolate, azathioprine or leflunomide; Methotrexate; Biologic or JAK inhibitor; Organ or stem-cell transplant; Wilson disease. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if any apply to you.
Can I get zinc in a personalized supplement?
Yes. apiece builds one daily blend around your goals and, if you have them, your lab results. Zinc can be part of it at the amount listed, with every ingredient shown and never more than 10 capsules a day.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. This page is general information, not medical advice. Check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting a supplement, especially if you take medication, are pregnant or nursing, or have a health condition. Updated 2026-10-21.