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Life Extension Enhanced Zinc Lozenges 18,75 mg

Life Extension · Tablet · 18.75 mg

Price/day

€0.23

Dose

18.75 mg

Servings/pack

60

Pack price

€14.00

Transparency Index

7.1/10

Recommended Our preferred zinc lozenge for the travel medicine kit.

Rating breakdown

Evidence for ingredient 6.0/10

Zinc lozenges modestly reduce cold duration according to meta-analyses, provided they are used early.

Value for money 8.0/10

€0.23 per lozenge with 18.75 mg zinc acetate is very affordable for a branded product.

Product quality 7.0/10

Life Extension manufactures under cGMP, uses high-quality zinc acetate, and keeps flavoring moderate.

Label honesty 8.0/10

Dosage, salt form, and usage instructions are communicated clearly.

Third-party testing 6.0/10

No NSF certification, but Life Extension publishes certificates of analysis.

Product Description

Each lozenge delivers 18.75 mg zinc as zinc acetate. The format is particularly suited for the first signs of a cold, as the active compound is released directly via the oral mucosa.

What We Like

  • Zinc acetate over gluconate: better evidence base for shortening cold duration
  • Pleasant lozenge taste without excessive sweeteners
  • cGMP manufacturer with a reliable supply chain
  • Low cost per serving

What We’re Missing

  • Sugar alcohols: may cause GI discomfort in sensitive individuals
  • No copper supplementation for long-term use
  • Contains citric acid, which may be relevant for sensitive teeth

Usage Recommendation

At the first sign of a sore throat, let 1 lozenge dissolve every 2–3 hours, up to 6 per day, for no longer than one week. For maintenance use, choose lower daily doses instead.

Ingredient dossier

Zinc is involved in hundreds of enzymes and is essential for immune function, DNA repair, and hormone synthesis. Low intake is not uncommon in older adults and vegans.

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