AUTHOR=Knez Marija , Glibetic Maria 

TITLE=Zinc as a Biomarker of Cardiovascular Health

JOURNAL=Frontiers in Nutrition

VOLUME=Volume 8 - 2021

YEAR=2021

URL=https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/nutrition/articles/10.3389/fnut.2021.686078

DOI=10.3389/fnut.2021.686078

ISSN=2296-861X

ABSTRACT=The health importance of Zn continues to expand recognition. Compromised Zn homeostasis and prolonged inflammation are common features in various CVDs. Zn deficiency has a role in the development of CVDs and Zn status can be a determining factor in cardiovascular health. 
Zn biochemistry is implicated in vascular processes. Zn supplementation is beneficial for the management of cardio-metabolic diseases and Zn manipulations could be employed in the prevention and treatment of CV disorders. Long-term well-designed studies performed in various population groups should be pursued to additionally clarify significant relationships between Zn and CVDs.