Zinc Deficiency

Cognition may improve with zinc supplementation in overweight women

06-Nov-2023 By Claudia Adrien

Overweight or obese women who received zinc supplementation for three months saw cognitive improvement, though they did not experience significant changes in body weight, according to research published in Nutrients.

Study links low maternal zinc intake to high blood pressure risk

09-Jun-2023 By Olivia Haslam

A new case-controlled study has revealed key risk factors of pregnancy-induced hypertension (PIH) in Gaza Strip, Palestine, highlighting the impact of maternal zinc intake.

Review calls for reassessment of upper levels for zinc intake in preadolescent children

25-May-2022 By Asia Sherman

Research published in Nutrients suggests that existing upper levels of zinc among infants and young children should be updated with a newer body of relevant evidence.

Cornell team creates tool to better define zinc deficiency

02-Dec-2021 By Will Chu

Cornell University has developed a new way of more accurately measuring zinc deficiency that can blight vulnerable and low-income populations and their immune and metabolic health.

Clinician argues zinc supplementation key to reversing eating disorders

14-Oct-2021 By Hank Schultz

The medical establishment puts too little credence in underlying nutritional deficiencies that can drive eating disorders, a prominent clinician maintains. Specifically, the role of zinc supplementation has been passed over in his view.

Pandemic induced research frenzy increases backing for some legacy ingredients

18-Mar-2021 By Hank Schultz

The pandemic has boosted interest in immune health support ingredients of all kinds. As scientists race to determine the best way to help patients in the current crisis, NutraIngredients-USA takes a look at what some of the latest research has to say...

Pandemic will boost vitamins C & D, zinc and ALA in 2021, retailer says

04-Dec-2020 By Hank Schultz

Supplement and organic foods retailer Natural Grocers said a continued emphasis on vitamin D, immune support and blood sugar management will lead industry trends in 2021.

Zinc + multivitamins may boost height gain in children: Study

10-May-2016 By Stephen Daniells

Supplementing school children with zinc plus a multivitamin may lead to significantly greater height gain, compared to placebo, says a new study from Thailand.

Special Edition: Innovations in Minerals

Zinc: 40% sales growth sees mineral closing in on magnesium

18-Feb-2016 By Stephen Daniells

An increased interest in zinc’s clinical effects is driving consumer interest in zinc supplements, with supplier Albion reporting sky-rocketing sales of its zinc ingredients.

Zinc status linked to immune responses and chronic disease, researchers suggest

24-Mar-2015 By Nathan Gray

Zinc deficiency could play a role in chronic diseases that involve inflammation, especially in older adults, says new research.

Zinc supplements may boost immune system in children, says Cochrane Review

15-May-2014 By Stephen Daniells

Supplements of zinc may reduce diarrhea and other infections in malnourished children, according to a new review published in the prestigious Cochrane Library.

Zinc biomarker may offer greater insight in to effects of deficiency, say researchers

30-Aug-2013 By Nathan Gray

A potential new diagnostic marker for zinc status could help researchers and industry better understand the effects of low zinc status in the body, according to new research.

Zinc may help battle infections by moderating immune responses, study suggests

11-Feb-2013 By Nathan Gray

The mechanism behind zinc's reported ability to help fight off infections may lie in its ability to kick start and shut off immune pathways, say researchers.

Study shows zinc absorption drops with age, linked to inflammation

02-Oct-2012 By Hank Schultz

A study conducted on aged mice outlines the way in which zinc deficiency increases with age and links this dysfunction with increased levels of inflammation and immune system impairment.

BASF & Teck join forces on zinc fortification and supplementation solutions

27-Jan-2012

BASF (Germany) and Teck Resources Limited (Canada) have signed a three year agreement to jointly develop innovative and affordable zinc fortification and supplementation solutions.

DSM shows potential of MixMe for malnourished populations

03-Feb-2011

DSM’s MixMe, a multi-micronutrient powder, may improve the nutritional status of populations whose diet is severely limited, according to a new clinical study.

Garlic and onion may boost mineral absorption

06-Jul-2010 By Stephen Daniells

Compounds in both garlic and onion may increase the bio-accessibility of iron and zinc from cereals seven-fold, according to new data from India.

Zinc may ease female anger and depression: Study

08-Apr-2010 By Stephen Daniells

Daily supplements of zinc may reduce measures of anger and depression in young women, according to a new study from Japan.

Zinc-deficiency linked to CV disease, animal study

09-Sep-2005 By staff writer

A deficiency of the mineral zinc may increase the risk of
cardiovascular disease through inflammation and a decreased level
of compounds that protect against atherosclerosis, indicates a new
study in mice.

Charities call for industry help to beat vitamin deficiencies

24-Mar-2004

One in three people around the world do not receive adequate
amounts of vitamins and minerals, claims a new report by UNICEF and
The Micronutrient Initiative out today. The extent of the problem
means that it threatens both the development...

Large zinc doses may raise prostate cancer risk

02-Jul-2003

Men who take large doses of zinc in supplements could be at
increased risk of prostate cancer, finds a study by researchers at
the US National Cancer Institute. The risk was only seen however at
levels far above those set by most...

Zinc - antioxidant potential probed

05-Nov-2002

Researchers from the US claim the essential mineral zinc may help
protect cells against oxidative damage. Not usually linked to
antioxidant properties, the scientists say that zinc may safeguard
red blood cell membranes against oxidative...

Negative effects of zinc supplements on early mental development

26-Jul-2002

A study published in The Lancet this week suggests that
although people in developing countries often lack zinc in their
diets, taking supplements during pregnancy could harm the early
mental development of their children.