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Yashad Bhasma (Zinc) — SacredBod supplement bottle (illustrative)
Supplement · Mineral (Zinc Form)

Yashad Bhasma (Zinc)

125 mg · vegan · gluten-free · 60 caps

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What it is

Yashad Bhasma is an Ayurvedic preparation of calcined zinc, used as a mineral supplement to support glucose metabolism and skin health. It is available in powder form and is traditionally used for conditions affecting blood sugar and vision.

How it works

Yashad Bhasma provides bioavailable zinc, which acts as a cofactor for numerous enzymes involved in glucose metabolism, insulin signaling, and antioxidant defense. Zinc is essential for pancreatic beta-cell function and insulin receptor sensitivity.

Who should take it

Adults looking to address insulin resistance, weight gain, low energy. Particularly relevant for people who prefer a targeted single ingredient and who have ruled out an underlying condition that needs medical care first.

Avoid / careful

Pregnant or nursing women without clinician oversight. People on prescription medication affecting the same pathway should consult a doctor before combining. Side effects are uncommon at recommended doses but mild GI upset can occur when starting.

When to take it

Morning
Noon
Evening
Night

How to take it

With food
Empty stomach
Before food

FAQs

Frequently asked

How is Yashad Bhasma prepared?
Yashad Bhasma involves a complex Ayurvedic process of purifying and calcining zinc (Yashad) with specific herbal ingredients, rendering it highly bioavailable and reducing potential toxicity.
Can Yashad Bhasma help with diabetes?
Yashad Bhasma can support blood sugar management by improving insulin sensitivity and glucose utilization, but it is not a standalone treatment for diabetes and should be used alongside medical care.
What is the difference between Yashad Bhasma and regular zinc supplements?
Yashad Bhasma is an Ayurvedic formulation with unique bioavailability and therapeutic properties derived from the calcination process, differing from standard elemental zinc or zinc salts.

Research

6 studies · 2010–2024
Evidence grade
ABCD

C · C · emerging-to-moderate human evidence for metabolic and blood-sugar health

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About Yashad Bhasma (Zinc)

Yashad Bhasma (Zinc) is a mineral (zinc form) supplement used to support metabolic and blood-sugar health. Ayurvedic calcined zinc for glucose, skin and eyes. It is available in powder form and dosed for adults in India and internationally. As a ayurveda-tradition entry in the SacredBod catalog, it is positioned as a single-ingredient option that can be used on its own or layered into a broader protocol. Yashad Bhasma (Zinc) works through the mechanisms characteristic of its class — see the mechanism and research sections for detail. It primarily acts on the pancreas, liver, muscle, and effects are dose-dependent, typically becoming measurable within 8-12 weeks for metabolic markers. Consistency matters more than dose size for this category.

Evidence

Yashad Bhasma (Zinc) carries an evidence grade of C in the SacredBod catalog, reflecting emerging human evidence for metabolic and blood-sugar health. Ayurvedic calcined zinc for glucose, skin and eyes. Benefits are cumulative rather than immediate, typically becoming noticeable within 8-12 weeks for metabolic markers, and individual response varies.

Dosing

A typical dose is 125 mg, taken with food, usually in the morning. Start at the lower end, assess tolerance, and stay consistent; more is not automatically better.

Cautions

Pregnant or nursing women without clinician oversight. People on prescription medication affecting the same pathway should consult a doctor before combining. Side effects are uncommon at recommended doses but mild GI upset can occur when starting.

Who it’s for

Adults looking to address insulin resistance, weight gain, low energy. Particularly relevant for people who prefer a targeted single ingredient and who have ruled out an underlying condition that needs medical care first.

As part of the Mineral (Zinc Form) category, Yashad Bhasma (Zinc) can be used on its own or layered into a broader protocol — see the Goes with panel for evidence-aligned pairings.

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