2. Thorne Research – (Editor’s Choice)

This product offers the scientific research to back up its claims on effectiveness and purity. The many tests and trials that the product has gone through are available for research before making a purchase. Some users liked that this product is gluten-free and that the capsules are quite small and easy to swallow.

This brand also claims to avoid lubricants, coatings, and binders during the manufacturing process. As this company also makes a large variety of other supplements, they stake their reputation on quality control and purity across their entire product line. A major online retailer lists this product with many high ratings from consumers and verified purchasers of the product.

3. Bulletproof’s Zinc with Copper Supplement – (Editor’s Choice)

Bulletproof’s zinc supplement boasts lower levels of cadmium than other brands. Cadmium occurs naturally when zinc is also present, and often ends up in supplements without intention. Often it is not even listed as an ingredient. Customers who purchased this product claim that they were happy with the texture of the pills and found them easy to swallow. While some customers have taken the product to boost their immune system, others rely on the pills to help with prostate health or to offer a testosterone boost. This product also comes at a good price point for what it offers when compared to other competitors.

4. Quantum Health TheraZinc Spray

This supplement comes in a liquid form and is considered by many to be one of the best-tasting zinc products on the market. This spray can be used as an alternative to taking zinc in lozenge form. Only natural flavors are used and the product is sweetened using stevia. In addition to warding off illness, the product contains slippery elm and clove which can have a soothing effect on a sore throat. Some consumers felt that it was great to use if you felt a sore throat coming on and a few sprays would help to keep a sore throat from taking hold. This brand had many mixed reviews on the flavor and taste. While some liked it and found it to be similar to peppermint, others expressed disappointment or even disgust with the flavor. It had positive reviews across the board on effectiveness when battling the onset of a sore throat.

5. Good State Liquid Ionic Zinc Ultra Concentrate

This liquid product is to be taken sublingually and claims to be absorbed better than supplements in pill form. This higher absorption rate is supposed to lead to greater effectiveness. It can be purchased in a glass bottle and there is a less expensive version that is housed in plastic. Many users said it was effective in keeping away the common cold and some used it to deal with asthma in children. A few users liked that the effects could be felt right away after taking the required dosage. This product has also been endorsed by some famous medical practitioners and this has helped it to develop a large fan base of devoted users. Even users that already had colds and sore throats said that this product helped the illnesses to run their course in a much faster fashion than if they had not taken the product.

6. Pure Encapsulations – (Editor’s Choice)

This product also relies on purity to make it attractive to consumers. This brand prides itself on having no artificial sweeteners, coatings or artificial colors. It also contains no hydrogenated fat, gluten or magnesium stearate. This product is priced slightly higher than some of the competitors, but consumers like that it is tested for quality and purity and feel that this is worth this higher pricing. Other consumers liked the extremely small pill size as this makes the product much easier to swallow. One consumer was using this brand to treat mood disorders and found that they were much calmer after only a few days of use, while another was using it to treat complications from an HIV infection. The Pure brand has an avid following and makes many other types of supplements that are doctor recommended. There were very few negative reviews for this product and many of those had to do with shipping speed or flavor rather than the effectiveness of the product itself.

7. Natures Way Sambucus Organic Zinc Lozenges

This product offers the supplement in one of its most popular and easy to take forms. The lozenge is simply sucked on like a hard candy and the minerals and benefits are absorbed. These are great tasting and can help soothe a sore throat. The lozenges come individually wrapped so you do not need to worry about them sticking together in the bag and can throw a few in your pocket or bag to use throughout the day. They are not recommended for children due to choking hazards and they cannot be dissolved in water. Many customers love the elderberry flavor and that these are made with organic elderberries. The sweet flavor of the lozenge comes from a winning combination of organic dried cane syrup and organic brown rice syrup.

This product is both kosher and gluten free and is also free of any artificial colors or flavors. The extracts used in each lozenge are standardized so you can rest assured that you are receiving the proper amount of zinc and elderberry in each one. This product had many positive reviews and many customers that swear by the brand during the cold and flu season. One of the most positive benefits of this type of zinc is that you can use them to boost your immune system or use them after you have become ill to heal faster.

8. Solgar Zinc Picolinate

Solgar is one of the most trusted and popular brands in the supplement industry and this Zinc product is no exception. This brand is recommended as a dietary product for adults and contains no wheat, gluten, dairy, soy or yeast. It is also free of artificial colors and flavors, sweeteners and preservatives. The product is intended to be swallowed rather than chewed and some customers like the size of the pill and ease of swallowing. Many consumers also said that this particular product was easy on the digestive tract and caused no stomach upset.

Another benefit of this brand was the dosage. Many consumers felt that the dosage was just right rather than being too high or too low as in some other brands. A dosage that is too small will not be effective in keeping the person from illness and a dosage that is too high is like throwing away money as the body will usually just eliminate the excess as waste. Since supplements are costly, most consumers do not see the use of taking a dose that is deemed too high. The digestibility of this product came up again and again when reading reviews. Customers felt it was gentle on their systems while offering them some great effects. They also said that the pills begin to dissolve immediately upon coming in contact with the tongue. This product is suitable for vegans as it contains no animal products. Many supplements contain gelatin and those that practice a vegan diet need to avoid those types of additives.

9. Life Extension Enhanced Zinc Vegetarian Lozenges

This product claims to help and boost the natural defense and immunity systems of the body. They claim that the activity of 300 enzymes are stimulated by zinc and that it also helps to strengthen the immune system. It is recommended that these lozenges be consumed throughout the year but especially during the long cold and flu season. This product also had mixed reviews on flavor as some enjoyed the taste and others found it quite disagreeable. It may be wise to purchase a smaller amount at first to see if the taste agrees with the consumer. Others complained about the size of the lozenge and some said that they were filled with sugar. Still, others found the product to be quite effective and provided anecdotal evidence of battling colds and illnesses with these lozenges. The flavor of the lozenge can affect the taste of other foods. Some consumers that the taste of their other foods ruined after sucking on these. They claim that other foods tasted like metal after consuming these lozenges. Some felt this was a small sacrifice for avoiding illness.

10. EZ Melts Zinc

This product claims to promote hormone levels that are healthy in addition to promoting protein synthesis. It also claims to support cellular renewal and skin health. Many consumers said that their skin, hair, and nails all had noticeable positive effects from taking the product.

These tablets melt very quickly in the mouth and offer nutrients to the body before the pill even reaches the stomach. They have a very high absorption rate so the consumer knows they are getting the most out of each tablet. They are free of dyes, sugars, and GMOs. They contain only natural colors, flavors, and sweeteners unlike many of their competitors.

Another great benefit of these tablets is that you do not need water to take them, so they can be consumed anywhere. Many consumers found these tablets to be highly digestible and said they helped to avoid nausea that can come with taking other forms of zinc. Others liked the taste and described them like candy. There were many positive reviews as to the flavor and the appeal they had to children because of their candy-like nature. Mandy people that disliked the taste and texture of other zinc products found these to be more agreeable.

Final Words

As with any supplement, you should consult with a health-care professional before adding them to your diet or health regiment. Women who are pregnant, nursing or thinking of becoming pregnant should consult with their doctor before adding any supplements to their diet. The above list offers zinc in a variety of different forms and there is likely one that is right for every consumer. There are pills and tablets, lozenges and even liquid sprays. This wide variety helps to offer consumers many methods for consuming the necessary amount of zinc in their diet in order to stay healthy during the cold and flu season. These products can also help to alleviate sore throats and seem to offer a general boost of the immune system that will benefit just about anyone.