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FOOD SUPPLEMENTS: THEIR EFFECTS ON THE BODY
Version  6.02
(c) Copyright 1998, 2001, 2002, 2003 by  George M Lucich
P.O. Box 424, Glenns Ferry, ID 83623


ZINC PICOLINATE   20 to 30 mg   a day *

Antioxidant.  A component of insulin.  Deficiencies related to osteoporosis, low male
testosterone levels, loss of sense of taste, mental disorders, rheumatoid arthritis, blood cell
production, cataracts, and cancer.  Required for thymic activity, aids immune system, pregnancy, acne, decreases cholesterol deposits and is part of the superoxide dismutase (copper-zinc SOD) antioxidant enzyme. (27) Reduces body's level of prolactin, a hormone that stimulates synthesis of dihydrotesterone, DHT, believed to promote malignant growth of
prostate cells.  Men with prostate disorders and all cancer patients have a shortage of
zinc.  See note 2.  They may also have an omega-3 fatty acid deficiency. The picolinate form of zinc is most easily absorbed. Next are the citrate, gluconate, and acetate forms while the
sulfate form is the most poorly absorbed. 

Diabetics have a shortage of zinc and chromium in their blood.  Autopsies have shown below normal amounts of zinc in several distinct areas of the brains of deceased Alzheimer's patients. (27)

"Some 90 percent of the population consume diets deficient in zinc,"  Dr. Denham Harman, M.D., Ph.D, professor emeritus at the Univ. of Nebraska School of Medicine and founder of the free radical theory of aging.

"Daily zinc supplementation in women with relatively low plasma zinc concentrations in early pregnancy is associated with higher infant birth weights and 0.7 cm larger infant head circumference. Plasma zinc concentrations were significantly higher in the zinc

Vitamin B-6 required for absorption.  Caffeine, dairy products, and bran may decrease the absorption of zinc.  Excess zinc reported to offset the protective effect of selenium against
cancer in lab animals. Dr. Gerhard Schrauzer, UCSD, Dept. of Chemistry (C&EN, Jan. 17, 1977).  Excess zinc also hinders absorption of copper which can cause RBC microcytosis and neutropenia.  The zinc:copper ratio should be 10:1. (27)

"Zinc Shakes", reported in mine workers is caused by inhalation of zinc oxide fumes and results in neurological damage.  * Increase intake to 150 mg per day for prostate problems.  120 mg per  day used to treat macular degeneration.  


For personal use only.  Not for sale or hire.  Permission to make copies by you for you and your friends is hereby granted.  If you find this site to be of value a donation of any amount would be greatly appreciated.

You are advised to consult a knowledgeable physician before using any of the nutrients listed herein.  See note 10 for information on obtaining a list of this rare breed of medical doctors.




This site is maintained by Angie Lucich and Kirby Lucich.
FOOD SUPPLEMENTS: THEIR EFFECTS ON THE BODY
Version  6.02
(c) Copyright 1998, 2001, 2002, 2003 by  George M Lucich
P.O. Box 424, Glenns Ferry, ID 83623


ZINC PICOLINATE   20 to 30 mg   a day *

Antioxidant.  A component of insulin.  Deficiencies related to osteoporosis, low male
testosterone levels, loss of sense of taste, mental disorders, rheumatoid arthritis, blood cell
production, cataracts, and cancer.  Required for thymic activity, aids immune system, pregnancy, acne, decreases cholesterol deposits and is part of the superoxide dismutase (copper-zinc SOD) antioxidant enzyme. (27) Reduces body's level of prolactin, a hormone that stimulates synthesis of dihydrotesterone, DHT, believed to promote malignant growth of
prostate cells.  Men with prostate disorders and all cancer patients have a shortage of
zinc.  See note 2.  They may also have an omega-3 fatty acid deficiency. The picolinate form of zinc is most easily absorbed. Next are the citrate, gluconate, and acetate forms while the
sulfate form is the most poorly absorbed. 

Diabetics have a shortage of zinc and chromium in their blood.  Autopsies have shown below normal amounts of zinc in several distinct areas of the brains of deceased Alzheimer's patients. (27)

"Some 90 percent of the population consume diets deficient in zinc,"  Dr. Denham Harman, M.D., Ph.D, professor emeritus at the Univ. of Nebraska School of Medicine and founder of the free radical theory of aging.

"Daily zinc supplementation in women with relatively low plasma zinc concentrations in early pregnancy is associated with higher infant birth weights and 0.7 cm larger infant head circumference. Plasma zinc concentrations were significantly higher in the zinc

Vitamin B-6 required for absorption.  Caffeine, dairy products, and bran may decrease the absorption of zinc.  Excess zinc reported to offset the protective effect of selenium against
cancer in lab animals. Dr. Gerhard Schrauzer, UCSD, Dept. of Chemistry (C&EN, Jan. 17, 1977).  Excess zinc also hinders absorption of copper which can cause RBC microcytosis and neutropenia.  The zinc:copper ratio should be 10:1. (27)

"Zinc Shakes", reported in mine workers is caused by inhalation of zinc oxide fumes and results in neurological damage.  * Increase intake to 150 mg per day for prostate problems.  120 mg per  day used to treat macular degeneration.  


For personal use only.  Not for sale or hire.  Permission to make copies by you for you and your friends is hereby granted.  If you find this site to be of value a donation of any amount would be greatly appreciated.

You are advised to consult a knowledgeable physician before using any of the nutrients listed herein.  See note 10 for information on obtaining a list of this rare breed of medical doctors.




NICKEL          
SELENIUM