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Zinc L-aspartate[edit]

Zinc L-aspartate is a zinc salt of the amino acid aspartic acid. It is used as a dietary supplement to provide the essential mineral zinc, which plays a crucial role in various biological functions.

Chemical Structure[edit]

Zinc L-aspartate consists of zinc ions complexed with the L-isomer of aspartic acid. The chemical formula can be represented as C\(_4\)H\(_6\)NO\(_4\)Zn. The structure includes a zinc ion coordinated to the carboxylate groups of aspartic acid, forming a stable complex.

Biological Role of Zinc[edit]

Zinc is an essential trace element necessary for the activity of over 300 enzymes in the human body. It plays a vital role in immune function, protein synthesis, wound healing, DNA synthesis, and cell division. Zinc is also crucial for proper taste and smell.

Aspartic Acid[edit]

Aspartic acid is a non-essential amino acid that is involved in the synthesis of other amino acids and in the urea cycle. It is also a neurotransmitter and plays a role in the citric acid cycle, which is important for energy production.

Uses of Zinc L-aspartate[edit]

Zinc L-aspartate is commonly used as a dietary supplement to prevent or treat zinc deficiency. It is believed to have better absorption compared to other zinc salts due to the presence of aspartic acid, which may facilitate the transport of zinc across cell membranes.

Health Benefits[edit]

Supplementation with zinc, including zinc L-aspartate, may support immune function, reduce the duration of the common cold, and improve skin health. It is also used to support reproductive health and cognitive function.

Safety and Dosage[edit]

Zinc L-aspartate is generally considered safe when used at recommended dosages. However, excessive intake of zinc can lead to adverse effects such as nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, stomach cramps, diarrhea, and headaches. Long-term high-dose zinc supplementation can interfere with the absorption of other essential minerals like copper.

Related Pages[edit]

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-'''Zinc L-aspartate''' is a [[chemical compound]] that combines [[zinc]], an essential [[trace element]], with [[L-aspartic acid]], an [[amino acid]]. It is often used as a [[dietary supplement]] due to its potential health benefits.
+== Zinc L-aspartate ==
-==Chemical Structure==
+[[File:Zinc_L-aspartate_skeletal.svg|thumb|right|200px|Skeletal structure of Zinc L-aspartate]]
-Zinc L-aspartate is a [[chelate]], meaning the zinc is held within a ring formed by the aspartic acid. This structure allows for the efficient absorption of zinc in the [[digestive system]].
-==Health Benefits==
+'''Zinc L-aspartate''' is a [[zinc]] salt of the [[amino acid]] [[aspartic acid]]. It is used as a dietary supplement to provide the essential mineral zinc, which plays a crucial role in various biological functions.
-Zinc is necessary for the function of over 300 enzymes in the human body and plays a role in a wide range of physiological processes. These include [[DNA synthesis]], [[cell division]], and [[protein synthesis]]. It also supports [[immune function]] and [[wound healing]].
-L-aspartic acid, on the other hand, is involved in building proteins and also plays a key role in the [[urea cycle]], which helps to remove excess [[ammonia]] from the body.
+== Chemical Structure ==
-==Uses==
+Zinc L-aspartate consists of zinc ions complexed with the L-isomer of aspartic acid. The chemical formula can be represented as C\(_4\)H\(_6\)NO\(_4\)Zn. The structure includes a zinc ion coordinated to the carboxylate groups of aspartic acid, forming a stable complex.
-Zinc L-aspartate is often used in [[dietary supplements]] due to its high bioavailability. It is also used in some types of [[oral health]] products, such as toothpaste and mouthwash, due to zinc's antibacterial properties.
-==Safety and Side Effects==
+== Biological Role of Zinc ==
-While zinc is an essential nutrient, excessive intake can lead to [[zinc toxicity]], which can cause symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, abdominal cramps, diarrhea, and headaches. Long-term excessive intake can lead to [[copper deficiency]].
+[[Zinc]] is an essential trace element necessary for the activity of over 300 [[enzymes]] in the human body. It plays a vital role in [[immune function]], [[protein synthesis]], [[wound healing]], [[DNA synthesis]], and [[cell division]]. Zinc is also crucial for proper [[taste]] and [[smell]].
+== Aspartic Acid ==
+[[Aspartic acid]] is a non-essential amino acid that is involved in the synthesis of other amino acids and in the [[urea cycle]]. It is also a neurotransmitter and plays a role in the [[citric acid cycle]], which is important for energy production.
+== Uses of Zinc L-aspartate ==
+Zinc L-aspartate is commonly used as a dietary supplement to prevent or treat zinc deficiency. It is believed to have better absorption compared to other zinc salts due to the presence of aspartic acid, which may facilitate the transport of zinc across cell membranes.
+== Health Benefits ==
+Supplementation with zinc, including zinc L-aspartate, may support immune function, reduce the duration of the [[common cold]], and improve [[skin health]]. It is also used to support [[reproductive health]] and [[cognitive function]].
+== Safety and Dosage ==
+Zinc L-aspartate is generally considered safe when used at recommended dosages. However, excessive intake of zinc can lead to adverse effects such as [[nausea]], [[vomiting]], [[loss of appetite]], [[stomach cramps]], [[diarrhea]], and [[headaches]]. Long-term high-dose zinc supplementation can interfere with the absorption of other essential minerals like [[copper]].
+== Related Pages ==
-==See Also==
 * [[Zinc]]
-* [[L-aspartic acid]]
+* [[Aspartic acid]]
 * [[Dietary supplement]]
-* [[Zinc toxicity]]
+* [[Trace element]]
-* [[Copper deficiency]]
-[[Category:Chemical compounds]]
+[[Category:Zinc compounds]]
 [[Category:Dietary supplements]]
-[[Category:Zinc compounds]]
-[[Category:Amino acids]]
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