NOW Foods Sports Nutrition, ZMA (Zinc, Magnesium and Vitamin B-6), Enhanced Absorption, Sports Recovery*, 180 Capsules

These ZMA capsules are a great supplement. I can speak for the fitness aspect of them but they have definitely improved my sleep quality. At first I thought that perhaps it was just in my head but after taking them for several weeks now I feel that I am more well rested in the morning when I wake up. It is also easier for me to wake up and I’ve found that I usually wake up on the first alarm rather than hitting snooze several times. I also feel that an unintended side effect of these has been an improvement in my mood. I definitely feel calmer and more patient especially when with my children. I’m not sure if I can attribute that to these capsules directly or if that is due to me feeling more rested. All in all I would recommend these. I purchased to bottles of the 180 caps and will definitely purchase more when I run out.

I've been using this product on and off for the last two years -- primarily during heavy training periods -- and I believe that it has really helped me.Taking these pills results in exceptionally deep, refreshing sleep, with extremely vivid dreams. And if I do wake up in the middle of the night, I will fall back to sleep almost immediately. I can say subjectively that I seem to feel better refreshed and less sore the next day if I take this after a tough workout. And interestingly, while I usually sleep around 8 hours each night, if I take these I'll wake up fully alert after only 7 hours. I am sorry to report that I haven't experienced the wonderful sex dreams reported by some others; I'll keep trying!A warning: I would recommend taking these at least 30 minutes -- maybe even 60 -- before bed. And only take them if you have at least 8 hours before you need to do anything productive. If you don't give them enough time, e.g. if you take them at midnight at get up at 5:00, they will leave you groggy and disoriented instead of thoroughly refreshed. And I can say without a doubt that these things are not placebos: I accidentally took them one morning instead of the supplement I meant to take, after a full night's sleep, and for the next 8 hours I could barely keep my eyes open.The bottle says to take 3 pills, but I've found that 2 of them is enough for me. (I weigh 165 lbs and concentrate on running; YMMV if you're heavier and/or a bodybuilder.)All in all, I highly recommend giving these a shot if you want better sleep and better recovery. I'm absolutely a believer.

ZMA is a pretty standardized product. So long as you buy from a reputable company you don't have a whole lot of guesswork involved with the purchasing.For those of you who aren't familiar with ZMA, it's a mineral supplement which provides zinc, magnesium, and vitamin B-6 in a very specific ratio to optimize absorption. Intensely training athletes tend to be deficient in one or more of these nutrients, which in turn inhibits proper anabolic hormone production. If you work out hard and your diet perhaps isn't the best, it's a good chance you will benefit from ZMA. You will fall asleep quicker, sleep deeper, and wake up feeling a little more refreshed than you would without it. All other things being equal, this will help you recover faster and grow stronger from your workouts. The effect is not dramatic, but it's generally worth the price of the supplement for most people.I've been using this brand of ZMA for a couple weeks now and it's worked just as well as other brands in the past. I sleep well and wake up feeling great. NOW is a very reputable brand that offers great value with their supplements. This is one of the best deals you will find on legit ZMA.

First off, let it be known that how this product affects you will depend completely on your body's chemistry and nutritional needs. Also it's my strong opinion that to get the most of ZMA, you'll want to use it during a hard training cycle. You may not be an athlete, per se, but your body will have a greater need for zinc and magnesium if you're placing greater demands upon it... and therefore you will reap the recovery benefits of the product, whereas someone who doesn't train very hard likely won't get the best result because their body simply doesn't require it nearly as much. Simple concept. Simple principles of physical training adaptation and differing nutritional needs.I've taken several ZMA products in the past. They usually helped my recovery noticeably, and improved the quality of my sleep. This product certainly gets me into a deep sleep, but I have noticed extreme grogginess in the mornings. As some other reviewers have mentioned, I have actually missed my alarms in the mornings when I've taken this. Am I complaining about it? No. To be fair, you might expect that with ANY ZMA product... it is important to know that this may happen, but you're still getting the beneficial results from the product. If you don't like these effects, don't take it.I take the recommended 3 capsules about 30-minutes before sleep on a relatively empty stomach, with a few ounces of water, as directed. I would take this product daily during a hard training cycle of up to 8-weeks, but that's just my personal preference. After 8-weeks, I'd stop using the product because of the concept of 'down-regulation' whereby your body adapts to almost anything you give it for a prolonged period of time (i.e. caffeine, aspirin, tribulus, etc.)I like this product, but I am not certain that it is the best ZMA product on the market. And to be honest I am not completely sure why, because milligram for milligram, it should be very similar to other ZMA products, if not the same (as long as the types and doses of zinc and magnesium are the same). I'm no scientist, but I know that this stuff gets me into a deep sleep, so I do like it.All that said, I will probably buy a different brand next time to see if I find one better. But then you have to wonder... if I'm NOT that groggy in the morning taking another brand, is the other brand under-dosed or lying about the milligrams listed on the label? That's the problem with nutritional supplements folks. You gotta rely on these public reviews to find reputable brands. I think NOW is a reputable brand... for now.

My favorite choice.Good quality and healthy

I’ve noticed an improvement in muscle recovery, energy, and better sleep since taking zma. This is my third bottle and I intend to keep ordering. Price is more than fair.

It has arrived well and is as described.

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