by Neil Bossenger | Apr 8, 2019 | Research, Spinewave Bulletin
1 in 5 New Zealanders have high blood pressure Hypertension is incredibly common; understanding how it works is vital. A new study demonstrates a link between zinc deficiency and high blood pressure. The findings could help scientists design new ways of intervening in...
by Neil Bossenger | Jul 13, 2015 | Research, Spinewave Bulletin
There has been evidence accumulating over the years that certain nutrients may become depleted while a woman is on an oral contraceptive1. While there are likely dozens of nutrients that are important in maintaining fertility and the monthly cycle, there are a few in...
by Neil Bossenger | Jul 10, 2013 | Research, Spinewave Bulletin
Zinc is arguably the most important trace mineral. To date, researchers have found more than 200 enzymes (molecules that make the body work) which are zinc dependent in all major biochemical pathways in the human body. That’s more than all the other mineral...