CanPrev Zinc Bis-Glycinate 25mg - TRAACS Chelate | 60-240 Caps
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| Serving | 1 capsule (25 mg elemental zinc) |
| Licensed Natural Health Product | NPN 80078519 |
| Quality Standards | Made in Canada |
| Country | Made in Canada  |
About this item
- 25MG OF ELEMENTAL ZINC: Each vegetable capsule provides 25 mg of pure elemental zinc as Albion TRAACS zinc bis-glycinate chelate, an everyday-strength dose.
- GENTLE, HIGHLY ABSORBABLE CHELATE: Zinc bis-glycinate chelate is bound to the amino acid glycine for gentle, highly absorbable zinc that is easier on the digestive system than inorganic zinc salts like zinc oxide or sulfate.
- HELPS TO MAINTAIN IMMUNE FUNCTION: Zinc is an essential trace mineral that helps to maintain immune function.
- A COFACTOR FOR ANTIOXIDANT ENZYMES: Zinc is a component of the body's own antioxidant enzymes, including superoxide dismutase (SOD) and glutathione peroxidase.
- 120 VEGETABLE CAPSULES: A 120-day supply at the recommended dose of one capsule daily (60- and 240-capsule sizes also available).
- CLEAN VEGAN FORMULA: Dairy-free, gluten-free, soy-free and vegan, with no artificial colours, flavours or preservatives.
- PREMIUM CANADIAN QUALITY: Formulated and manufactured in Canada by CanPrev, licensed under Health Canada NPN 80078519.
Product Description
Zinc Bis-Glycinate 25 - Gentle Immune & Antioxidant Support
An everyday-strength 25 mg dose of pure elemental zinc, delivered as Albion TRAACS zinc bis-glycinate chelate - a gentle, highly absorbable form bound to the amino acid glycine, in a clean vegan capsule. Licensed Natural Health Product NPN 80078519.
Une dose de force quotidienne de 25 mg de zinc élémentaire pur, sous forme de chélate de bisglycinate de zinc TRAACS Albion - une forme douce et hautement absorbable, liée à l'acide aminé glycine, dans une capsule végétale propre. Produit de santé naturel homologué. NPN 80078519.
One Capsule, Everyday Zinc Support
25mg Albion TRAACS Zinc Bis-Glycinate Chelate - Vegan, Non-GMO, Gluten-Free
Gentle, Highly Absorbable Chelate
Albion TRAACS zinc bis-glycinate binds zinc to the amino acid glycine, offering superior absorption and gentleness compared to inorganic zinc salts.
Everyday-Strength 25mg Dose
A 25 mg dose of pure elemental zinc, sized for daily maintenance use rather than short-term high-dose therapy.
What Zinc Bis-Glycinate 25 Supports
Zinc is an essential trace mineral studied for a range of roles in the body - here is what CanPrev Zinc Bis-Glycinate 25 is formulated to support.
Immune Function
Zinc helps to maintain immune function.
Absorption & Gentleness
The bis-glycinate chelate form offers superior absorption and is gentle on the digestive system.
Antioxidant Cofactor
Zinc is a component of the body's antioxidant enzymes, including superoxide dismutase (SOD) and glutathione peroxidase.
Everyday Wellness
An essential trace mineral supporting overall health and wellness as part of a balanced diet.
CanPrev Zinc Bis-Glycinate 25mg: Supplement Facts
Supplement Facts
- Zinc (Albion TRAACS zinc bis-glycinate chelate) per capsule, elemental25 mg
Non-Medicinal Ingredients: Non-medicinal ingredients: Citric acid, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, silica.
Recommended Use or Purpose: Helps to maintain immune function.
Recommended Dose (Adults 19 years and older): Take one (1) capsule per day with food, or as directed by a qualified health care practitioner. Take a few hours apart from other medications or natural health products.
Cautions and Warnings: Keep out of reach of children. Do not use if the safety seal is broken. As with any natural health product, consult a health care practitioner prior to use if you have questions about your individual needs. Known Adverse Reactions: Zinc supplementation can cause a copper deficiency; if you are unsure whether you are getting enough copper, consult a health care practitioner prior to use.
Actual product packaging and materials may contain more and different information than shown on our website. Always read labels, warnings and directions before using or consuming a product. This item ships from Amazon.ca and is sold by a third-party Amazon.ca marketplace seller; purchases are completed securely on Amazon.
Fiche produit
- Zinc (Chélate de bisglycinate de zinc TRAACS Albion) par capsule, élémentaire25 mg
Ingrédients non médicinaux : Ingrédients non médicinaux : Acide citrique, hypromellose, stéarate de magnésium, cellulose microcristalline, silice.
Usage ou fins recommandés : Aide à maintenir la fonction immunitaire.
Posologie recommandée (adultes de 19 ans et plus) : Prendre une (1) capsule par jour avec de la nourriture, ou selon les directives d'un professionnel de la santé qualifié. Prendre à quelques heures d'intervalle de la prise d'autres médicaments ou produits de santé naturels.
Mises en garde et avertissements : Tenir hors de la portée des enfants. Ne pas utiliser si le sceau de sécurité est brisé. Comme avec tout produit de santé naturel, consultez un praticien de soins de santé avant l'usage si vous avez des questions sur vos besoins individuels. Réactions indésirables connues : Les suppléments de zinc peuvent provoquer une carence en cuivre; si vous n'êtes pas certain de prendre suffisamment de cuivre, consultez un praticien de soins de santé avant l'usage.
NPN 80078519
Support immune function with gentle, absorbable zinc
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Get it on Amazon.caWhy CanPrev Zinc Bis-Glycinate 25
Everyday-strength 25mg elemental zinc in a gentle, highly absorbable chelate - premium CanPrev quality.
Everyday-strength 25mg dose
A 25 mg dose of pure elemental zinc, sized for daily maintenance rather than short-term high-dose therapy.
Helps maintain immune function
Zinc is an essential trace mineral that helps to maintain immune function.
Gentle bis-glycinate chelate
Albion TRAACS zinc bis-glycinate chelate offers superior absorption and gentleness compared to inorganic zinc salts.
Premium Canadian brand
CanPrev - Pro Essentials line, formulated and made in Canada. NPN 80078519.
How to use it
Take 1 capsule daily
Adults 19 years and older take one capsule per day with food, or as directed by a qualified health care practitioner.
With food
Take with food, and a few hours apart from other medications or natural health products.
Mind your copper intake
Zinc supplementation can cause a copper deficiency - if you are unsure whether you are getting enough copper, consult a health care practitioner.
Ask a professional if unsure
As with any natural health product, consult a health care practitioner prior to use if you have questions about your individual needs.
What the research says about zinc
Educational summaries of published research on zinc and zinc bis-glycinate chelate generally; not product-specific claims. CanPrev Zinc Bis-Glycinate 25's authorized claim is helping to maintain immune function under NPN 80078519.
Zinc acts as a structural switch inside T cells
A 2025 review describes a zinc-mediated interface stabilizing the CD4/CD8-alpha co-receptors' interaction with Lck kinase, a structural mechanism central to how T cells activate during an immune response.
ReviewOne of eight trace elements essential to T cell development
A review of essential trace elements in T cell biology describes zinc's role, alongside elements like iron and selenium, in T cell development, activation and differentiation - including promoting Treg differentiation.
ReviewZinc status linked to immune recovery in a clinical population
A meta-analysis in people with HIV on antiretroviral therapy found zinc and vitamin D supplementation may promote immune recovery in a substantial proportion of patients.
Meta-AnalysisChelated zinc forms resist a common dietary blocker better
An in vitro comparison found zinc sulfate was more susceptible to phytic acid's antagonism than chelated zinc sources, which were only affected at a higher phytic-acid-to-zinc molar ratio.
Lab StudyChelated zinc valued for superior absorption efficiency
A review of peptide- and amino-acid-chelated zinc complexes describes chelated zinc as valued for its superior absorption efficiency and bioavailability.
ReviewZinc bis-glycinate reduced cold-symptom duration in a school-children trial
In a randomized, double-blind trial, 15mg of chelated zinc (zinc bis-glycinate) given daily for 3 months reduced the duration of cough and rhinorrhea in school children compared to placebo, though it did not reduce overall cold incidence.
Human RCTZinc may shorten the duration of an ongoing cold
An updated Cochrane review found zinc supplementation may reduce the mean duration of a common cold by over 2 days, although the certainty of evidence was low to moderate and non-serious adverse events were more common.
Cochrane ReviewZinc acetate lozenges shortened colds by about 3 days in pooled trial data
An individual patient data meta-analysis of 3 randomized trials found zinc acetate lozenges shortened common cold duration by 2.7 to 2.9 days on average, an effect that held consistently across age, sex and allergy status.
Meta-AnalysisZinc supplementation reduced cold duration in a systematic review
A systematic review of randomized trials of single micronutrients found zinc supplementation was associated with a reduction in common cold duration of roughly 2.25 days in healthy adults, unlike most other micronutrients tested.
Systematic ReviewA classic reminder that mineral balance matters
A case report describes a patient who developed myelopathy (spinal cord dysfunction) associated with copper deficiency, illustrating why maintaining adequate copper status matters when taking zinc long-term.
Case ReportZinc and copper levels can move together after major metabolic change
In patients who underwent laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding, plasma zinc, copper and ceruloplasmin levels all declined significantly three months after surgery, highlighting how these two minerals are monitored together.
Clinical StudyHigh-dose zinc is a recognized cause of copper-deficiency blood disorders
A review of copper-deficiency-related blood disorders notes that high-dose zinc supplementation, gastrointestinal surgery and long-term nutritional support can induce copper deficiency, which can mimic other serious conditions; most cases respond to copper repletion and reducing zinc intake.
ReviewZinc supplementation improved cognitive test scores in a clinical trial
A randomized controlled trial in middle-aged women with overweight or obesity found cognitive scores on the MMSE and Stroop tests were higher after 12 weeks of zinc supplementation than with placebo.
Human RCTLoss of a brain zinc transporter caused progressive cognitive decline in a mouse model
Genetic deletion of the zinc transporter ZnT3 in mice decreased zinc levels in the hippocampus and cortex and was associated with progressive cognitive impairment, along with disrupted dendritic spine structure and brain glucose metabolism.
MechanismInadequate dietary zinc stressed brain cells in an animal study
Rats fed a zinc-deficient diet showed increased cellular stress markers and signs of brain-cell apoptosis; three weeks of zinc repletion only partially reversed these changes, suggesting adequate ongoing zinc intake matters for brain health.
Animal StudyZinc-binding proteins point to zinc as a therapeutic target in inflammatory skin conditions
A comparative transcriptome analysis of acne, rosacea and hidradenitis suppurativa found several zinc-binding proteins consistently upregulated across all three conditions, and validated high-dose dietary zinc's effectiveness in an acne model.
Comparative StudyOral zinc gluconate reduced inflammatory acne lesions in a clinical trial
A double-blind study of 67 patients with inflammatory acne treated with oral zinc gluconate for three months found meaningful reductions in the number of inflammatory lesions over the treatment period.
Human RCTZinc is a recognized adjunct ingredient in acne skincare
A review of cosmeceuticals used in acne vulgaris lists zinc among ingredients used as adjunctive therapy alongside standard treatments, noting it may help reduce side effects and improve treatment compliance.
ReviewZinc gluconate improved taste function in a randomized trial
In a randomized clinical trial of 50 patients with idiopathic dysgeusia (taste disorder), those given zinc gluconate showed significant improvement in gustatory function and rated their symptoms as less severe compared to placebo.
Human RCTZinc therapy shortened smell recovery time after a viral illness
Among COVID-19 patients with smell or taste dysfunction, those who received zinc therapy had a significantly shorter median recovery time for gustatory and olfactory function than those who did not, in a comparative clinical study.
Clinical StudyZinc sulphate reviewed among interventions for smell recovery
A Cochrane systematic review of interventions to prevent persistent post-COVID-19 smell loss included zinc sulphate among the interventions studied, alongside intranasal steroid sprays, drops and saline.
Cochrane ReviewZinc supplementation studied for its role in reducing low birth weight risk
A systematic review and meta-analysis of maternal micronutrient supplementation in developing countries found zinc supplementation was associated with a modest positive effect on reducing low birth weight and small-for-gestational-age outcomes.
Meta-AnalysisLow zinc status was common in a national child nutrition survey
A Vietnamese national nutrition survey found low serum zinc in 56.7% of children aged 6-23 months, and found continued breastfeeding was associated with lower odds of low serum zinc.
Population StudyDietary phytate can reduce zinc's bioavailability, compounding deficiency risk
A dietary study of young children in rural Mozambique found phytate-to-zinc molar ratios well above the recommended threshold in most diets, indicating reduced zinc bioavailability and a likely contributor to the region's documented stunting prevalence.
Population StudyFrequently asked questions
What is CanPrev Zinc Bis-Glycinate 25 and what does it do?
It's an everyday-strength 25 mg dose of elemental zinc, delivered as Albion TRAACS zinc bis-glycinate chelate in a vegan capsule. Zinc helps to maintain immune function.
How do I take it?
Adults 19 years and older take 1 capsule daily with food, or as directed by a qualified health care practitioner.
Why bis-glycinate chelate instead of a regular zinc supplement?
Zinc bis-glycinate is zinc bound to the amino acid glycine, which is gentler on the stomach and more readily absorbed than inorganic zinc salts like zinc oxide or zinc sulfate.
How long does one bottle last?
This listing is a 120-day supply (120 vegetable capsules) at the recommended dose of 1 capsule daily; 60- and 240-capsule sizes are also available.
Is it vegan?
Yes - both the zinc bis-glycinate chelate and the vegetable capsule are vegan, with a clean formula free of GMOs, gluten, soy and dairy.
Who should use caution with zinc supplements?
Zinc supplementation can cause a copper deficiency; if you are unsure whether you are getting enough copper, consult a health care practitioner prior to use. As with any natural health product, consult a practitioner if you have questions.
Where do I buy it?
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Support immune function with gentle, absorbable zinc
Get CanPrev Zinc Bis-Glycinate 25 on Amazon.ca - fast, protected delivery.
Get it on Amazon.caNatural Health Product NPN 80078519. Zinc helps to maintain immune function. The research summaries below concern zinc generally and are educational - they are not claims about this finished product. Read and follow the label. Zinc supplementation can cause a copper deficiency; consult a health care practitioner prior to use if you are unsure whether you are getting enough copper. Results may vary.
Important information
Safety Information
Cautions and Warnings: Keep out of reach of children. Do not use if the safety seal is broken. As with any natural health product, consult a health care practitioner prior to use if you have questions about your individual needs. Known Adverse Reactions: Zinc supplementation can cause a copper deficiency; if you are unsure whether you are getting enough copper, consult a health care practitioner prior to use.
Indications
Recommended Use or Purpose: Helps to maintain immune function.
Ingredients
Medicinal ingredient (per capsule): Zinc (Albion TRAACS zinc bis-glycinate chelate) 25 mg elemental zinc. Non-medicinal ingredients: Citric acid, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, silica. NMIs are subject to change - always read and follow the label for accurate ingredients, cautions and allergen information.
Directions
Recommended Dose (Adults 19 years and older): Take one (1) capsule per day with food, or as directed by a qualified health care practitioner. Take a few hours apart from other medications or natural health products.
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