Do the mechanisms
for absorption of zinc calcium copper and iron (which all show increased excretion compared for high PUFA than sat fat - see last link) and magnesium share common ground, and would you expect any degree of synergy in absorption.
Approximately 30 % — 50 % of alcoholics have low zinc status because ethanol consumption decreases
intestinal absorption of zinc and increases urinary zinc excretion [44].
In one report it is noted that Vitamin B6 is crucial for the
proper absorption of Zinc from the intestines, but it [is] also thought to have some hair loss preventing properties, such as the ability of vitamin B6 to boost * oxygen supply to the scalp.
Finally, because many plant - based diet foods, i.e. plants, contain phytates, what little zinc available in plant - based foods can be bound further
exacerbating absorption of zinc.
It belongs to a group of secosteroids (steroids with a cut ring — see the picture below) responsible
for absorption of zinc, magnesium, calcium, and iron in the intestines.
The interaction between vitamin A and zinc is particularly well studied.15 Vitamin A supports the
intestinal absorption of zinc, possibly by increasing the production of a binding protein in the intestines.
You talk about sun flower and pumpkin seeds as good sources of zinc but earlier you mentioned how phytic acid limits
the absorption of zinc.
We examined the effects of beef vs. iron - fortified cereal as first complementary food on growth, zinc and iron status, development and
absorption of zinc.
For instance, it contains magnesium to balance and help the absorption of calcium, copper to balance and help
absorption of zinc and others.
Phytic acid blocks
the absorption of zinc, iron, copper and magnesium.
Absorption of zinc may be impaired by damage from intestinal disease such as celiac disease and other malabsorption syndromes.
Taking iron supplements in conjunction with meals may also prevent
the absorption of zinc from food.
Both quinolone antibiotics (such as Cipro ®) and tetracycline antibiotics (such as Achromycin ® and Sumycin ®) interact with zinc in the gastrointestinal tract, inhibiting
the absorption of both zinc and the antibiotic [84,85].
If you believe low zinc levels are cause for your breakouts avoid dairy shown to block
the absorption of zinc and increase your consumption of zinc rich foods including: (21)
Avocados are also rich in Vitamin B - 6, which aids in
the absorption of zinc.
Bananas are also rich in B - Vitamins that increase
the absorption of zinc, which as mentioned above, is another mineral that enhances testosterone production.