The ability of zinc to retard oxidative processes has been recognized for many years. In
general, the mechanism of antioxidation can be divided into acute and chronic effects …

An integration of knowledge concerning regulation of metallothionein expression with
research on metallothionein's proposed functions is necessary to delineate how this …

The understanding of mechanisms controlling zinc absorption and metabolism at the
molecular level has advanced recently. Kinetics of zinc transport have been investigated for …

Over the past 30 years, many researchers have demonstrated the critical role of zinc (Zn), a
group IIb metal, in diverse physiological processes, such as growth and development …

Zinc (Zn) is an important nutrient in poultry and its deficiency has been linked with various
disorders, in addition to depressed growth and performance. It is now recognised that Zn …

purpose. To determine the molecular mechanisms underlying the protective effects of zinc
against oxidative stress in cultured retinal pigment epithelial (RPE) cells. methods. Cultured …

Zinc is known to have multiple beneficial effects including anti-inflammatory and antioxidant
and anti-depressant actions. Data on the effects of zinc supplementation on biomarkers of …

The biological function of metallothionein (MT) is still a matter of considerable conjecture.
Convincing evidence has accrued that the protein can play an important role in the …

The current study was conducted to evaluate the effects of zinc supplementation on
endocrine outcomes, biomarkers of inflammation, and oxidative stress in patients with …

Regulation of metallothionein gene expression by dietary zinc and the relationship of dietary
zinc to nuclear zinc uptake was examined in growing rats. Zinc was fed at 5, 30 or 180 …