Zinc Adequacy Is Essential for the Maintenance of Optimal Oral Health

Uwitonze, Anne Marie; Ojeh, Nkemcho; Murererehe, Julienne; Atfi, Azeddine

doi:10.3390/nu12040949

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“…32,33 Nevertheless, it is not currently recommended to give elemental zinc supplementation above the recommended dietary allowance for the prevention of covid-19. 32,33 Measurement of serum zinc does not reflect body stores of zinc. Excessive intake for long must be avoided because it could cause copper deficiency with undesirable sequelae.…”

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SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19): A short update on molecular biochemistry, pathology, diagnosis and therapeutic strategies

Ismail

2021

Ann Clin Biochem

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The ongoing coronavirus (covid-19) pandemic highlights the need for global scientific cooperation to advance our understanding of the immunological, molecular and biochemical mechanisms causing infection by this virus. Better understanding of key processes has allowed development of vaccines in record time, and of agents with the potential to treat and neutralise current and future coronavirus outbreaks. To date, clinically effective agents for prevention and treatment of covid-19 infections are limited. This review provides a brief synopsis regarding the molecular biology, pathology and laboratory tests commonly used in the diagnosis and prognosis of covid-19, as well as the development of vaccines and therapeutic strategies to manage its current and future mutations.

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Section: Therapeutic Strategiesmentioning

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“…Excessive intake for long must be avoided because it could cause copper deficiency with undesirable sequelae. 32…”

Section: Therapeutic Strategiesmentioning

confidence: 99%

SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19): A short update on molecular biochemistry, pathology, diagnosis and therapeutic strategies

Ismail

2021

Ann Clin Biochem

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“…In addition, black rice, black sesame, soy foods, mushroom, celery, legumes, lentils, nuts, sunflower seeds, and almonds are also good sources of zinc [30].…”

Section: Zinc and Immune Responsesmentioning

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COVID-19 Pandemic: Can Maintaining Optimal Zinc Balance Enhance Host Resistance?

Razzaque

2020

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The novel coronavirus, COVID-19 is now officially declared as a pandemic by the World Health Organization (WHO), and most parts of the world are taking drastic measures to restrict human movements to contain the infection. Like millions of others around the world, I am wondering, is there anything that could be done, other than keeping high personal hygiene, and be vigilant of symptoms, to reduce the chances of infection, or at least to reduce the burden of the disease. So far, the National and International health agencies, including the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and the WHO have provided clear guidelines for both preventive and treatment suggestions. In this opinion-based article, I want to discuss, why keeping the adequate micronutrient balance might enhance the host response and be protective of viral infections. A detailed in-depth discussion of various micronutrients is not the purpose of this article, I will mostly emphasize on the role of zinc in viral infection.

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“…Zinc is an essential trace element, required for various cellular functions through proteins, enzymes and zinc-fingers [ 115 ]. Disturbance of Zn homeostasis is related to various disorders.…”

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Magnesium, Iron, Zinc, Copper and Selenium Status in Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

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In this study, we critically review the literature concerning the relation of Mg, Fe, Zn, Cu and Se and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Elemental status is estimated using peripheral blood parameters, hair, urine, daily intake and response to supplementation. The observed associations between concentration levels of the elements Mg, Fe, Zn, Cu and Se and ADHD symptoms are contradictory. This is partly due to the heterogeneity and complexity of the disorder. As a trend, lower ferritin and zinc levels can be observed. However, this correlation is not causative, as illustrated by placebo-controlled trials reporting conflicting evidence on the efficacy of supplementation. Well-defined studies on changes in concentration levels of the elements in relation to ADHD symptoms before and after treatment with therapeutics it will be possible to shed more light on the significance of these elements in this behavioral disorder. The discussion on whether a change in concentration of an element is cause or consequence of ADHD is not within the scope of this article.

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Zinc Adequacy Is Essential for the Maintenance of Optimal Oral Health

Cited by 62 publications

References 65 publications

SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19): A short update on molecular biochemistry, pathology, diagnosis and therapeutic strategies

SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19): A short update on molecular biochemistry, pathology, diagnosis and therapeutic strategies

COVID-19 Pandemic: Can Maintaining Optimal Zinc Balance Enhance Host Resistance?

Magnesium, Iron, Zinc, Copper and Selenium Status in Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

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