Evidence supporting the use of: Zinc
For the health condition: Cuts
Synopsis
Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 4
Zinc is scientifically validated as beneficial in supporting the healing of cuts and wounds. Topical zinc preparations have been widely used in both clinical and over-the-counter wound care products. Zinc plays a crucial role in several aspects of the wound healing process, including cellular proliferation, immune function, and inflammation modulation. Studies have shown that zinc deficiency impairs wound healing, while supplementation or topical application can accelerate recovery, especially in people with low zinc levels. Zinc oxide and zinc sulfate are commonly incorporated in creams and ointments to protect the wound, reduce inflammation, and promote epithelialization (the regrowth of skin cells). Randomized controlled trials and meta-analyses have demonstrated that topical zinc can improve healing rates in various types of wounds, such as surgical incisions, ulcers, and minor cuts. The evidence supporting zinc’s role in healing is strong enough that zinc-containing dressings are recommended in clinical practice for certain chronic wounds. However, oral zinc supplementation is usually only indicated when there is a proven deficiency, as excess zinc can cause adverse effects. Overall, the use of zinc for treating cuts is backed by robust scientific evidence, particularly for topical forms, and is widely accepted in modern medicine.
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allspicealoe vera
alpha-pinene
green chiretta
bamboo
basil
bayberry
beeswax
beta caryophyllene
betel
bisabolol
black pepper
black walnut
blackberry
Indian frankincense
bromelain
burdock
bасора
cannabis sativa oil
chamomile
cissus quadrangularis
clove
coating
collagen
colostrum
turmeric
dog rose
dyer’s woad root
echinacea purpurea
ethanol
forsythia
garlic bulb
glycerin
goldenseal
gotu kola
onion
green tea
heartwood
horsetail
Indian tinospora
iodine
honeysuckle
Japanese sophora
l-glutamine
l-glycine
lactoperoxidase
lemon
marshmallow
nettle
spruce
oregano
oregon grape
papain
phenolic acids
plantain
pomegranate
protease
protein
purified silver
raspberry
rosemary
sage
schizonepeta
scrophularia root
sphaeranthus indicus
thyme
trypsin
vitamin C
zinc
bentonite
yellow root
squawvine
chickweed
typhonium
xanthium (cockleburs)
hyssop
papaya
mugwort
Indian bael
neem tree
nut grass
clerodendrum indicum
hedychium spicatum
pistacia integerrima gall
commiphora
paederia foetida
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chaff flower
lingusticum wallichii
goldenrod
yarrow
moss
lemongrass
myrrh
silk tree
haliotis
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amber
fern
sweet flag
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morinda
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tartarian aster
trichosanthes
zanthoxylum
birch
sheep's sorrel
queen of the meadow
trace minerals
assam indigo
fulvic acid
eucalyptus
camphor oil
menthol oil
aster root
cleavers
stillingia
shepherd's purse
wood betony
paw paw
white oak
abies spectabilis
melaleuca alternifolia
indigo leaves
enzymes blend (proprietary)
cayenne pepper
geranium
arnica
clematis
sea salt
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Asclepias cordifolia
akebia
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Aliphatic alcohol
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Asiaticoside
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acacia
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Allicin
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Anamu
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Centaury
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coconut oil
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Metal Salt
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Rose
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Sumac
Vervain
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Other health conditions supported by zinc
AbrasionsAcne
Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome
Aging (prevention)
Alcoholism
Anemia
Anorexia
Antibiotics (alternatives to)
Anxiety
Anxiety Disorders
Appetite (deficient)
Arthritis
Athlete's Foot
Attention Deficit Disorder
Autism
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Benign Prostate Hyperplasia
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Body Building
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Cholera
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Duodenal Ulcers
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Endometriosis
Energy (lack of)
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Scars / Scar Tissue
Schizophrenia
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Skin (dry and/or flaky)
Skin (infections)
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Skin Care (general)
Sleep (restless and disturbed)
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Stye
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Surgery (healing from)
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Syphilis
Teeth (loose)
Testosterone (low)
Thinking (cloudy)
Tickle in Throat
Tonsillitis
Tooth Decay
Toxemia
Triglycerides (high)
Tuberculosis
Ulcerations (external)
Ulcers
Vitiligo
Warts
Wasting
Worry
Wounds and Sores
Products containing zinc
Nature's Sunshine Love and Peas (Sugar Free)
Nature's Sunshine 5-HTP Power
Nature's Sunshine Adrenal Support
Nature's Sunshine AnxiousLess
Nature's Sunshine AnxiousLess
Nature's Sunshine Bowel Detox
Nature's Sunshine Calcium-Magnesium (SynerPro)
Nature's Sunshine Candida Clear
Nature's Sunshine Cellular Energy
Nature's Sunshine Children's Elderberry Immune
Nature's Sunshine Children's MultiVitamin & Mineral
Nature's Sunshine Defense Maintenance
Nature's Sunshine Dieter's Cleanse
Nature's Sunshine Glandular System
Nature's Sunshine Love and Peas
Nature's Sunshine Master Gland Formula®
Nature's Sunshine Mega-Chel
Nature's Sunshine Men's Formula (With Lycopene)
Nature's Sunshine MultiVitamin & Mineral (SynerPro)
Nature's Sunshine MultiVitamin & Mineral (Time Release)
Nature's Sunshine Natural Changes
Nature's Sunshine Nature's Prenatal
Nature's Sunshine Nature's Harvest
Nature's Sunshine Perfect Eyes
Nature's Sunshine Power Greens
Nature's Sunshine Power Greens To-Go
Nature's Sunshine Power Meal
Nature's Sunshine Power Meal
Nature's Sunshine Skeletal Strength
Nature's Sunshine Solstic Twenty-Four
Nature's Sunshine Solstic Immune
Nature's Sunshine Structural System (30 Day Program)
Nature's Sunshine Super Supplemental
Nature's Sunshine Super Supplemental (Without Iron)
Nature's Sunshine Super Trio
Nature's Sunshine Target TS-II Formula
Nature's Sunshine Thyroid Support
Nature's Sunshine Ultrabiome DTX
Nature's Sunshine VitaWave
Nature's Sunshine Yeast/Fungal Detox
Nature's Sunshine Zinc
Nature's Sunshine Zinc Lozenge
