VITAMINS & MINERALS
What is Zinc good for?
Zinc is an essential mineral involved in many physiological processes, including cognitive functions. It plays a crucial role in the synthesis and release of neurotransmitters, which makes it vital for brain health. Studies have shown that zinc supplementation can improve memory and cognitive function, especially in older people, including those in good health, and in people with mild cognitive impairment. Zinc may also have potential neuroprotective effects and may help prevent or slow cognitive decline.
It also plays an important role in maintaining a healthy immune system by being essential for the development and functioning of immune cells such as neutrophils, natural killer cells and T cells.
Zinc helps regulate the immune response by activating immune cells, and it also acts as an antioxidant, protecting immune cells from free radical damage.
Studies have shown that a zinc deficiency can lead to a weakened immune system, making individuals more susceptible to infections. Zinc supplementation has been shown to reduce the incidence and severity of infections, especially in people with zinc deficiency.
It is also known to play a role in the production of antibodies and cytokines, which are essential components of the immune system's response to pathogens.
The studies also showed that zinc would have a direct antiviral effect, as it has been shown to inhibit the replication of certain viruses, including rhinoviruses and coronaviruses.
Reference:
Memory / Cognitive Function
- Maylor, E. A., Simpson, E. E., Secker, D. L., & Meunier, N. (2007). Effects of zinc supplementation on cognitive function in healthy middle-aged and older adults: the ZENITH study. British Journal of Nutrition, 96(4), 752-760. doi: 10.1017/S0007114507729858
- Prasad, A. S., Beck, F. W., Bao, B., Fitzgerald, J. T., Snell, D. C., & Steinberg, J. D. (2007). Zinc supplementation decreases incidence of infections in the elderly: effect of zinc on generation of cytokines and oxidative stress. American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, 85(3), 837-844. doi: 10.1093/ajcn/85.3.837
- Vallee, B. L., & Falchuk, K. H. (1993). The biochemical basis of zinc physiology. Physiological Reviews, 73(1), 79-118. doi: 10.1152/physrev.1993.73.1.79
- Flinn, J. M., Hunter, D., & Linkous, D. H. (2005). Zinc concentration within monkey cortical pyramidal neurons after dietary zinc deprivation. Brain Research, 1066(1-2), 114-119. doi: 10.1016/j.brainres.2005.10.004
- Maret, W., & Sandstead, H. H. (2006). Zinc requirements and the risks and benefits of zinc supplementation. Journal of Trace Elements in Medicine and Biology, 20(1), 3-18. doi: 10.1016/j.jtemb.2005.09.001
- Black, M. M. (1998). Zinc deficiency and child development. American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, 68(2 Suppl), 464S-469S. doi: 10.1093/ajcn/68.2.464S
- Dardenne, M. (2000). Zinc and immune function. European Journal of Clinical Nutrition, 54(S3), S63-S66. doi: 10.1038/sj.ejcn.1601025
- Mocchegiani, E., Giacconi, R., Cipriano, C., Gasparini, N., Bernardini, G., & Malavolta, M. (2010). Zinc signaling and subcellular distribution: emerging targets in aging-related diseases. Trends in Molecular Medicine, 16(9), 406-417. doi: 10.1016/j.molmed.2010.06.003
- Prasad, A. S. (2009). Zinc: role in immunity, oxidative stress and chronic inflammation. Current Opinion in Clinical Nutrition and Metabolic Care, 12(6), 646-652. doi: 10.1097/MCO.0b013e3283312956
- Hambidge, M. (2000). Human zinc deficiency. Journal of Nutrition, 130(5), 1344S-1349S. doi: 10.1093/jn/130.5.1344S
Immunity
- Shankar AH, Prasad AS. Zinc and immune function: the biological basis of altered resistance to infection. Am J Clin Nutr. 1998;68(2 Suppl):447S-463S. doi:10.1093/ajcn/68.2.447S
- Wessels I, Maywald M, Rink L. Zinc as a Gatekeeper of Immune Function. Nutrients. 2017;9(12):1286. Published 2017 Nov 25. doi:10.3390/nu9121286
- Haase H, Rink L. The immune system and the impact of zinc during aging. Immun Ageing. 2009;6:9. Published 2009 Jun 12. doi:10.1186/1742-4933-6-9
- Prasad AS. Zinc: role in immunity, oxidative stress and chronic inflammation. Curr Opin Clin Nutr Metab Care. 2009;12(6):646-652. doi:10.1097/MCO.0b013e3283312956
- Read SA, Obeid S, Ahlenstiel C, Ahlenstiel G. The Role of Zinc in Antiviral Immunity. Adv Nutr. 2019;10(4):696-710. doi:10.1093/advances/nmz013
- Bao B, Prasad AS, Beck FWJ, et al. Zinc decreases C-reactive protein, lipid peroxidation, and inflammatory cytokines in elderly subjects: a potential implication of zinc as an atheroprotective agent. Am J Clin Nutr. 2010;91(6):1634-1641. doi:10.3945/ajcn.2009.28836
- Maares M, Haase H. Zinc and immunity: An essential interrelation. Arch Biochem Biophys. 2016;611:58-65. doi:10.1016/j.abb.2016.03.022
- Bao B, Prasad AS, Beck FWJ, et al. Zinc supplementation decreases oxidative stress, incidence of infection, and generation of inflammatory cytokines in sickle cell disease patients. Transl Res. 2008;152(2):67-80. doi:10.1016/j.trsl.2008.05.003
- Gammoh NZ, Rink L. Zinc in Infection and Inflammation. Nutrients. 2017;9(6):624. Published 2017 Jun 17. doi:10.3390/nu9060624
- Wellinghausen N, Martin M, Rink L. Zinc inhibits interleukin-1-dependent T cell stimulation. Eur J Immunol. 1997;27(10):2529-2535. doi:10.1002/eji.1830271016
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