Zinc is an important mineral found in almost every cell. Recent research suggests zinc plays a key role in Increasing one's memory. But it must be remembered also, that excessive zinc intake can actually trigger epileptic seizures.
The findings are published in the journal Neuron. Researchers concluded, zinc plays an important role in shaping the communication between neurons in the cerebrum (the hippocampus), which is central to memory and learning.
"We found that zinc is important to control the efficiency between the two populations of nerve cells in the hippocampus, said lead researcher Dr. James McNamara of Duke University Medical Center, North Carolina, USA.
The research was based on the results of tests on mice, where scientists use a chemical binding of zinc. Without the minerals, the communication between neurons in the brains of mice were damaged. Still, McNamara admitted some findings suggest a link between the consumption of zinc with increased memory.
In addition, McNamara also warned that people remain cautious, especially in taking supplements that contain zinc. "Necessary prudence in the consumption of zinc as an important addition to the memory, the excessive intake of zinc can also develop epileptic seizures," he said.
Zinc can be found in various foods such as grains, nuts, some seafood particular, millet and wheat, cereals and dairy products. However, zinc content of at most can be found in oysters.
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