Zinc Supplements for Immune Support on Navajo Nation
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This is a study to assess the effect of dietary zinc supplementation to mitigate biomarkers of metal toxicity in exposed tribal populations.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial requires participants to stop taking zinc supplements or multivitamins if they are currently using them. Other medications are not specifically mentioned, so it's unclear if you need to stop taking them.
Is zinc supplementation generally safe for humans?
How does the drug Zinc Picolinate 15 Mg differ from other treatments for immune support?
Zinc Picolinate 15 Mg is unique because it specifically provides zinc in a form that may be better absorbed by the body, potentially enhancing immune function. Unlike other treatments, it focuses on addressing zinc deficiency, which is linked to impaired immune response and increased susceptibility to infections.15678
What evidence supports the effectiveness of the drug Zinc Picolinate for immune support?
Zinc is important for immune function, and zinc supplementation has been shown to reduce the incidence of infections like diarrhea and pneumonia. It also plays a role in reducing inflammation and oxidative stress, which can help improve immune health, especially in populations with zinc deficiency.89101112
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for men and women aged 21-64 living near Blue Gap-Tachee, AZ or Red Water Pond Road, NM who are willing to take daily zinc supplements and provide blood and urine samples. Excluded are those with copper homeostasis syndromes, current zinc supplement users unwilling to stop, diabetics, anyone allergic to zinc, or pregnant/nursing women.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Baseline Measurements
Baseline experimental measurements collected at 0 and 3 months
Treatment
Participants receive zinc supplementation (zinc picolinate 15 mg once per day) for 6 months
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Zinc Picolinate 15 Mg
Zinc Picolinate 15 Mg is already approved in United States, European Union, Canada for the following indications:
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
University of New Mexico
Lead Sponsor