Do you have a weak immune system by nature? What do you do to manage your health? Can supplements really help to boost our body's defenses? I do not believe in minerals and vitamins before. Because we can easily obtain our dietary requirements from food with no preservatives or additives. However, I developed adult asthma by the age of 30 and I became vulnerable to bacterial and viral diseases. I was on a course of oral steroids and antibiotics and was prescribed an inhaled corticosteroid as maintenance medication. The endless cycle of sickness and treatment prompted me to seek ways on how to boost my immune system. I tried different brands of multivitamins, from high end to generic, which only gave me unpleasant side effects. Until I found Revicon Forte and Fern C. Taken once a day, these two supplements gave me the energy and the protection that I need. Still, I needed something more. Even if I double dose on Fern C, it did not prevent me from easily acquiring cough and colds from people around me. So after what seems like an endless search over the net for supplements and immune boosters, I stumbled upon the mineral "Zinc." According to what I have read, zinc is a vital mineral that serves lots of functions in the body and the immune system. Its most bioavailable form is zinc picolinate. I searched again. And I researched all the brands of zinc picolinate in the market. I clicked one- Solgar Zinc Picolinate. After reading some reviews on the product, I went to Healthy Options to try it myself and to verify its effectiveness.
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A bottle contains 100 tablets and costs Php 615.00. Last year, I only bought this for Php 595.00. It comes in a small non-coated tablet form.
I first tried this in January 2016 without much expectation because I was disappointed a lot of times with supplements that don't deliver. I take this once a day after meal because I have a hyperacidic stomach. I noticed that on the first week of using it, I did not get any cough or colds which I usually get from people whom I share a ride with or in the office. On the third month comes the exciting part. We went to Japan on a very cold season in which the temperature is 4 degrees Celsius. We get up early and sleep late and walk around a lot to explore everything. I brought my zinc picolinate and I did not get sick nor catch colds during our 7 day-trip. But that did not stop there.
I ran out of this in April 2016. I did not buy another bottle immediately because it was a bit expensive for me. Guess what? I got a sick after a week of not taking it. I was continuing Revicon and Fern C so I am sure that lack of zinc caused my immune system to be compromised. I bought another bottle of this and after a week, I recovered from illness. And from that time on, I make sure not to miss a dose. I recommended it to my sickly friends and family members, and it really made a difference in their lives.
DESCRIPTION:
Zinc promotes healthy skin and supports normal taste and vision. It exerts antioxidant activity and can support a healthy immune system. This formulation provides premium quality zinc as zinc picolinate.
Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement for adults, take one tablet daily, preferably with a meal or as directed by a healthcare practitioner.
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TIP: Do not take this with milk or any supplement containing Calcium. Calcium hinders Zinc absorption. Take this alone or before bedtime. DO NOT EVER take this with coffee or after coffee. I tried it once and my stomach hurt really bad.
My Verdict:
I give this a 5/5. I have never found a supplement that works as better as this one. I can't be without it. I will continue to purchase. I highly recommend it!
Disclaimer: This is not a sponsored review. I bought this product with my own money and tried it firsthand before making a review. However, it may work for some but not for others. Just take it with a grain of salt. To each his own.
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