Zinc as a Biomarker of Cardiovascular Health

Autor: Marija Knez, Maria Glibetic
Jazyk: angličtina
Rok vydání: 2021
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Zdroj: Frontiers in Nutrition, Vol 8 (2021)
Druh dokumentu: article
ISSN: 2296-861X
DOI: 10.3389/fnut.2021.686078
Popis: The importance of zinc (Zn) for cardiovascular health continuously gains recognition. As shown earlier, compromised Zn homeostasis and prolonged inflammation are common features in various cardiovascular diseases (CVDs). Similarly, Zn biochemistry alters several vascular processes, and Zn status is an important feature of cardiovascular health. Zn deficiency contributes to the development of CVDs; thus, Zn manipulations, including Zn supplementation, are beneficial for preventing and treating numerous cardiovascular (CV) disorders. Finally, additional long-term, well-designed studies, performed in various population groups, should be pursued to further clarify significant relationships between Zn and CVDs.
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