Zinc

Question 1

Functions of Zinc:

Answer 1

For normal spermatogenesis, fetal growth, and embryonic development

Question 2

Functions of Zinc

Answer 2

Boosts immune system

Question 3

Functions of Zinc

Answer 3

Boost brain activity

Question 4

Functions of Zinc

Answer 4

Improves appetite

Question 5

Functions of Zinc

Answer 5

Synthesis and action of insulin

Question 6

Functions of Zinc

Answer 6

Stabilizes membrane structure by preventing lipid peroxidatuon and reducing the free radical formation

Question 7

Functions of Zinc

Answer 7

Compennt of GUSTIN, a salivary protein

Question 8

Functions of Zinc

Answer 8

Low level of zinc = Worse PMS

Question 9

Functions of Zinc

Answer 9

Synthesis and stabilization of proteins, DNA, RNA

Question 10

Functions of Zinc

Answer 10

Structural role in ribosomes and membranes

Question 11

Functions of Zinc

Answer 11

For binding of steroid hormone receptor and several transcription factors to DNA

Question 12

Functions of Zinc

Answer 12

Co-factors for the enzymes (PT CLAAS)

1. Peptidase
2. Thymidine kinase
3. Carbonic anhydrase
4. Lactate dehydrogenase
5. Alcohol dehydrogenase
6. Alkaline phosphatase
7. Superoxide dismutase