Progress Labs ZMA Magnesium Zinc B6 120 tablets

Progress Labs ZMA Magnesium Zinc B6, 120 tablets

ZMA Magnesium Zinc B6 by Progress Labs is a tablet combining three ingredients: magnesium, zinc, and vitamin B6. One tablet, which is the entire daily portion, provides 125 mg of magnesium, 5 mg of zinc, and 0.6 mg of vitamin B6. This corresponds to 33.3%, 50%, and 43% of the nutrient reference value.

Magnesium comes from magnesium citrate, and zinc from zinc gluconate, which are organic salts of both minerals. The product is vegan, and the packaging of 120 tablets lasts for 120 days.

What do you get?

• 120 tablets, which is a supply for 120 days at one tablet per day
• 125 mg of magnesium in one tablet, which is 33.3% of the nutrient reference value
• 5 mg of zinc in one tablet, which is 50% of the nutrient reference value
• 0.6 mg of vitamin B6 in one tablet, which is 43% of the nutrient reference value
• Vegan composition, marked by the manufacturer as NON GMO

How much magnesium, zinc, and vitamin B6 is in one tablet

NRV is the nutrient reference value value for an adult. One tablet is the entire daily portion, so the numbers in the table are also the amount per day.

Magnesium, zinc, and vitamin B6

• Magnesium contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue
• Magnesium helps in the proper functioning of muscles
• Magnesium helps in the proper functioning of the nervous system
• Zinc helps in the proper functioning of the immune system
• Zinc helps protect cells from oxidative stress
• Zinc helps maintain normal testosterone levels in the blood
• Vitamin B6 contributes to the maintenance of normal energy metabolism
• Vitamin B6 helps in the proper functioning of the nervous system

Magnesium citrate and zinc gluconate

Magnesium citrate is a salt of magnesium and citric acid, while zinc gluconate is a salt of zinc and gluconic acid. Both belong to the organic forms of these minerals and are permitted for use in dietary supplements in the European Union.

One tablet contains 833.3 mg of magnesium citrate, of which 125 mg is magnesium itself. Vitamin B6 is present as pyridoxine hydrochloride: 0.75 mg of this form provides 0.6 mg of vitamin B6.

Ingredients

Nutritive ingredient: magnesium (magnesium citrate), filler: sorbitol, nutritive ingredient: zinc gluconate, anti-caking agent: magnesium salts of fatty acids, nutritive ingredient: vitamin B6 (pyridoxine hydrochloride).

The manufacturer marks the tablets as a vegan product and NON GMO. The label also states: starch-free and gluten-free.

How to use

• Take one tablet once a day
• Swallow the tablet with water
• Choose a consistent time of day, as regularity matters
• If you are taking another supplement with magnesium or zinc, sum the portions of both products
• Do not exceed the recommended daily portion

For whom

• You are an adult and want to supplement your diet with magnesium, zinc, and vitamin B6
• You prefer one tablet a day instead of several separate preparations
• You eat vegan or vegetarian and choose supplements without animal ingredients
• You want to know the form of each ingredient and its amount in the portion
• You are looking for packaging that lasts for four months

Specification

Category and other minerals

In the category Minerals, you will find this preparation alongside other supplements with magnesium, zinc, and potassium.

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Frequently asked questions

How much magnesium, zinc, and vitamin B6 is in one tablet?

One tablet contains 125 mg of magnesium, 5 mg of zinc, and 0.6 mg of vitamin B6. This corresponds to 33.3%, 50%, and 43% of the nutrient reference value for an adult. Magnesium comes from 833.3 mg of magnesium citrate, zinc from zinc gluconate, and vitamin B6 from pyridoxine hydrochloride. One tablet is the entire daily portion, and the remaining part of the requirement is covered by the daily diet.

How to use Progress Labs ZMA?

The manufacturer recommends one tablet once a day and emphasizes not to exceed this portion. Swallow the tablet with water, and choose the time of day yourself, as regularity is more important than the hour, meaning one tablet every day. Do not make up for a missed portion the next day with a double amount. The packaging of 120 tablets lasts for 120 days with such use.

Are Progress Labs ZMA tablets vegan?

Yes. The manufacturer marks the product as vegan, suitable for vegans and vegetarians, and as NON GMO. The composition includes magnesium citrate, zinc gluconate, and vitamin B6, along with sorbitol as a filler and magnesium salts of fatty acids as an anti-caking agent. The label also states starch-free and gluten-free.

Can ZMA be combined with other magnesium, zinc, or medications?

You can combine it with another magnesium or zinc supplement, but sum the portions and do not exceed the recommendations of any of the products. One tablet already covers one third of the nutrient reference value for magnesium and half of that value for zinc. Magnesium and zinc may affect the absorption of some medications, so for medications taken regularly, consult a doctor or pharmacist before starting.

Can ZMA be used by pregnant women and minors?

The manufacturer recommends that pregnant and breastfeeding women, persons under 18 years of age, and sick individuals consult a doctor before using the preparation. In case of undesirable symptoms, discontinue use and also consult a doctor. The preparation is a dietary supplement, which means it complements the regular diet, not a substitute for it.

Safety and storage

The product is a dietary supplement. The recommended portion is one tablet per day and should not be exceeded. Excessive consumption may have a laxative effect.

Pregnant and breastfeeding women, persons under 18 years of age, and sick individuals should consult a doctor before using the preparation. In case of undesirable symptoms, discontinue use and consult a doctor.

The dietary supplement cannot be used as a substitute for a varied diet. Maintaining good health is significantly influenced by a balanced and varied diet and a healthy lifestyle.

Store the packaging in a dry and cool place, out of reach of small children. Do not use if the inner seal is damaged.