Can You Take Calcium AEP and Zinc Together?

May affect absorption

The short answer

Calcium (as Calcium Aep) may compete with zinc for intestinal absorption, potentially reducing zinc bioavailability.

How to arrange timing

Consider separating this calcium form and zinc by 2 hours.

Reference

Reference noted for this combination: NIH ODS Zinc Fact Sheet; Wood RJ, Am J Clin Nutr 1997

Important context

Whether supplements suit you together also depends on dose, product formulation, health conditions, and medication use. Ask a doctor or pharmacist first if you take medication, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have a chronic condition.