Oysterzinc is a natural shellfish food. All of its nutrients are organic in origin, making them 100% bioavailable. The trace elements in Oysterzinc are bound to transport molecules (peptides, amino acids), allowing the body to soak up all of the oysters' zinc and other nutrients.* The high concentration of free amino acids and peptides are also directly available to the blood once consumed, making them fast-acting. 

On the other hand, mineral supplements in an isolated form need to bind to transport molecules during digestion before they can be absorbed, which may affect their bioavailability. It can also upset the body's natural mineral and nutrient balance, as zinc supplements in an isolated form do not include the mineral's inherent nutritional cofactors. For example, the body's important copper reserve can become depleted if zinc is taken on its own. 

All of the trace elements in Oysterzinc are present in significant, yet balanced concentrations, ensuring they work harmoniously as nature intended. This means they will support your body's natural mineral and nutrient balance because you're consuming the mineral as a real food. 

We harvest the oysters that comprise your Oysterzinc from the pristine Atlantic waters along Ireland's lush coastline. In turn, all of its nutrients are organic in origin, though the product is not certified organic. 

Pregnancy dramatically increases nutritional demands for expectant mothers. RDAs (recommended daily allowances) for many nutrients increase during this time and also during lactation. For example, the RDA for zinc increases from 8 mg to 12 mg daily during pregnancy and lactation. Oysterzinc may help meet those increased nutritional demands as it contains the nutrients and cofactors necessary to support growth and development.* Please note it is not appropriate for those with fish or iodine allergies. 

Here are some foods that are high in zinc:

• The high and mighty oyster!
• Beef patties
• Alaska king crab
• Cooked lobster
• Cooked pork chop loin
• Baked beans
• Dark meat chicken

Other food zinc sources include yogurt, pumpkin seeds, milk, chickpeas, oatmeal, almonds and cheddar cheese. 

We harvest and hand-shuck the oysters that comprise your Oysterzinc from the pristine Atlantic waters along Ireland's lush coastline. You can’t find a true zinc supplement like this anywhere else.* Here's more information about our product quality. 

Yes :) It does not contain milk/casein, eggs, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, gluten or soybeans. Please avoid this product if you have a fish or shellfish allergy. 

We consider sustainability every step of the way in harvesting our oysters and caring for the ocean that yields this bounty. As mentioned above, when sourcing our oysters, we take a conservation-driven approach aimed at preserving native species and supporting the survival of endangered varieties. 

We derive the extract from Crassostrea gigas. And we harvest the oysters at their peak nutritional levels — with careful consideration of various growth parameters, including geographical, temporal and seasonal factors. This precise approach is informed by decades of expertise in marine biology. 

We also return the shells to the ocean to support marine restoration, providing a habitat that encourages the growth of baby oysters.