Can I mix Zinc with retinol?
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19 Citations | The findings demonstrate that low zinc intake or marginal zinc deficiency significantly lowers the absorption of beta-carotene as estimated by lymphatic retinol output. |
Zinc supplementation can also alleviate the degree of mucositis and dermatitis. | |
30 Citations | Therefore, the observed change in mRNA for serum retinol-binding protein was apparently at least in part due to the inanition that accompanies zinc deficiency. |
While lack of response in serum retinol may be explained by generally adequate status, the lack of impact on zinc status requires further exploration. | |
01 Dec 2005 19 Citations | Zinc absorption in humans could be improved by zinc complexation with gluconate. |
This may provide a possible explanation for the documented nutritional interactions between zinc and retinol. | |
Use of zinc supplements in diet must, therefore, be taken with caution. | |
65 Citations | Mass fortification of zinc may be a cost-effective strategy to overcome zinc deficiency. |