Zinc On the Brain

Effect of zinc supplementation on mood states in young women: a pilot study.

Purpose: This study was done to see the connection between zinc supplementation and brain development and function, as well as mood states in young women.

Methods: This study utilized a standardized, double blind, placebo controlled procedure. Major outcomes include psychological measures, somatic symptoms and serum zinc levels. The study consisted or 30 women randomly placed in one of two groups.

Results: Women in the group consuming a zinc containing multi vitamin for 10 weeks showed decreased anger, aggression and better concentration at the end of the study, compared to their placebo consuming counter parts.

Comments: Zinc supports cell division and DNA synthesis, it seems that by the same means that it creates strong and healthy muscles, it supports brain activity as well.

Sawada , T., & Yokoi, K. (2010). Effect of zinc supplementation on mood states in young women: a pilot study. European Journal of Clinical Nutrition, (64), 331-333. doi: 10.1038/ejcn.2009.158