The trace element zinc is indispensable for many processes in the human body. So it is not surprising that zinc deficiency is diagnosed as one of the causes of both physical and mental illness. The role of zinc in metabolism is essential and this is reflected in the results of a large number of studies. […]
In support of a healthy lifestyle, we provide you with information on a selection of foods and their zinc content, calories and bread units for diabetics. Please note that the body can absorb a maximum of 50% of the zinc content of the food. Zinc levels in agricultural products vary as they depend on the […]
In view of the emerging COVID‑19 pandemic caused by SARS‑CoV‑2 virus, the search for potential protective and therapeutic antiviral strategies is of particular and urgent interest. Zinc is known to modulate antiviral and antibacterial immunity and regulate inflammatory response. Despite the lack of clinical data, certain indications suggest that modulation of zinc status may be […]
Zinc is an essential trace element that has a crucial role for growth, development, and the maintenance of antiviral immunity. Its influence reaches all organs and cell types, representing an integral component of approximately 10% of the human proteome, and encompassing hundreds of key enzymes and transcription factors. Zinc deficiency is strikingly common, affecting up […]
The pandemic of COVID-19 spreads worldwide rapidly and has had an enormous public health impact with substantial morbidity and mortality. Especially in high-risk groups, such as older people and patients with comorbidities like diabetes, dementia or cancer. In addition to existing vaccines against COVID-19, maintenance therapies are urgently sought – a supportive approach with selected […]
Zinc deficiency in healthy adults leads to impaired immune response, with an effect on the activation status of helper T cells. Mild zinc deficiency is a common condition in healthy elderly individuals leading to impaired cell-mediated immune response. Here we report the effect of improved zinc status on TH1/TH2 balance. Covering on the activation status […]
Many trace elements are needed by the body in relatively small amounts. However, they achieve great things. Increasingly taking into account our industrially processed foods, chronic zinc deficiency is common. In addition, it has numerous effects, due to which zinc deficiency is often one of the causes of skin diseases such as slow wound healing. […]
How to care for brittle nails? What are the causes of brittle nails? How can I prevent brittle nails? CARE FOR brittle NAILS The nails are torn, broken off, already cut but do not want to be beautiful. An ambulance is required. What you especially shouldn’t do: Try the hundredth nail hardener. Experiment with glues. […]
UNFULFILLED WISH FOR CHILDREN – ZINC CAN HELP If you do not have offspring despite the desire for children, this is not always associated with a permanent fertility disorder. Factors such as stress, illness or eating habits can also be the cause. In addition to folic acid, vitamins B, C and E and selenium, expectant […]
NEW STUDY PROMISES HOPE FOR AUTOIMMUNE DISEASES Increasingly, people are suffering from an autoimmune disease. These include psoriasis, rheumatism, inflammatory bowel diseases such as Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, multiple sclerosis, type 1 diabetes, celiac disease or Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. In total, there are about 80,000 to 100,000 different autoimmune diseases and their number is […]
