mineral · for acid reflux
Zinc Carnosine (Polaprezinc)
Meant to toughen the lining of the gullet and stomach against acid.
Say that in clinical terms
Zinc supports esophageal and gastric mucosal integrity by upregulating heat shock proteins and mucin secretion. It helps repair acid-damaged tissue and supports the protective mucosal barrier against gastric acid.
How strong is the research?
Not verified evidence
Industry funded
1 paper read.
We read the research behind this and none of it concluded that it works for this. That is a finding about the papers, not a verdict that it does nothing.
How much to take
daily with meals
15–30 mg
Zinc carnosine (not picolinate) is specifically studied for GI mucosal healing; zinc picolinate provides the zinc component. Take with food.
Before you take it
- Zinc picolinate does not address the underlying lower esophageal sphincter dysfunction that causes acid reflux; use as a primary remedy may delay guideline-recommended treatment (PPIs, H2 blockers, lifestyle modification)
- PPI or H2 blocker co-use reduces gastric acid, impairing zinc picolinate ionization and absorption