All About Zinc
An overview of the various forms of Zinc
The the types used in Bloodroot SalveCcompounds
Two forms of Zinc are used in our compounds.
In Bloodroot Salve Topical Compound, we use Zinc Chloride.
In Bloodroot Salve Oral B Powder, we
use Pure Zinc powder.
Zinc is the fourth most common metal in use, trailing only iron, aluminum, and
copper in annual production.
zinc is an essential mineral having a role in
the maintenance of the body's nervous and immune system (T-cell function).
Zinc maintains the body's alkaline
Zinc is an essential element, necessary for sustaining all life. It is estimated that 3000 of the hundreds of thousands of proteins in the human body contain zinc.
Signs of zinc deficiency includes hair loss, skin lesions, diarrhea, wasting of body
tissues. Prolonged lack of zinc can result in death.
Eyesight, taste, smell and memory are also connected with zinc.
Brain development is stunted by zinc insufficiency in utero and in youth.
Zinc is involved in the biochemical
reactions as an antioxidant in the healing process, helping to develop normal
Zinc deficiencies may result in prolonged wound susceptibility
Obtaining a sufficient zinc intake during pregnancy and in young children is a very real problem, especially among those who cannot afford a good supply of meat and a varied diet.
There is zinc in semen. As much as 0.25 milligram of zinc will be found in 1 mL of seminal fluid.
Ionic zinc is a potent antimicrobial, used since 2500 BC in topical creams. Calomine lotion, diaper creams, and dandruff treatments are just some of the common antimicrobial applications. At low concentrations, zinc ions promote wound healing. Zinc ions also directly stimulate zinc receptors on skin cells, promoting wound healing.
Zinc salts are effective against pathogens in direct application. Gastrointestinal infections are also strongly attenuated by ingestion of zinc, and this effect could be due to direct
anti-microbial action of the zinc ions in the GI tract, or to absorption of the zinc and re-release from immune cells (all granulocytes secrete zinc) or both.
The best and most abundant natural food source of zinc is oysters, although these bottom scavengers also accumulate toxic metals. Zinc is found in most animal proteins such as beef, pork and poultry. Other food sources of zinc include beans, nuts, whole grains, pumpkin seeds and sunflower seeds.
2) Zinc -
Various forms and Uses:
A) Medical and personal
is a common ingredient
in deodorant, and Bloodroot Salve Topical Compound. Also a dental disinfectant.
is used a nutritional supplement, found in any health food
store. Also used in Bloodroot Salve Oral B.
Zinc hydroxy carbonate
is an ingredient in lotions made of calamine,
used to treat skin rash.
is included in most single tablet over-the-counter daily vitamin
and mineral supplements. It is believed to possess anti-oxidant properties,
which protect against premature aging of the skin and muscles of the body.
* Pure Zinc is part of an effective treatment for
age-related macular degeneration in some cases.
* Zinc Acetate and
Zinc Gluconate in larger amounts,
is often used to speed up the healing process after an injury.
* Zinc Gluconate
Glycine is used as a lozenge in
remedy of the common cold.
* Zinc Oxide is
Applied thinly to a baby's diaper area (perineum)
with each diaper change, to protect against rash.
* Zinc Oxide is
also available as an over-the-counter ointment, applied on exposed skin in prevention
of dehydration. It can protect against sunburn in the summer,
and windburn in the winter.
* Zinc Iodide
is used to galvanize metals such as steel to prevent corrosion.
A few industrial uses for various forms of zinc:
* Zinc Sulfide is used in luminescent pigments such as on the hands of clocks
and other items that glow in the dark.
* Zinc Methyl (Zn(CH3)2) is used in a number of organic syntheses.
* Zinc Stearate is a lubricative plastic additive.
Zinc is used in alloys such as brass, nickeled silver, typewriter metal,
various soldering formulas and German silver.
Zinc is the primary metal used in making American pennies since 1982.
Zinc is used in die casting notably in the automobile industry.
Zinc is used as part of the containers of batteries.
C) Zinc in Bloodroot Salve Topical Compound:
Zinc is one of the three main ingredients, comprising half of the
healing compound known as "Bloodroot Salve." Its use in Bloodroot Salve
Topical Compound, may have originated as a dental application.
1) The form of zinc we prefer to use, in combination with the
roots galangal and bloodroot, is zinc chloride.
Chemical symbol: ZnCl2
Molecular weight: 136.30
Chloride Of Zinc - Zinci Chloridum
SYNONYMS include Zinc dichloride, Zinc butter, and Tinning Flux.
NOTICE: Zinc Chloride causes skin & eye burns. Care must be taken when
formulating Bloodroot Salve.
The following was adapted from Chest
of Books, a link to the Zinc Chloride page.
And also adapted from the "Dental Medicine. A Manual Of Dental Materia Medica And Therapeutics", by Ferdinand J. S.
Zinc chloride can be used internally in
in cure of chorea, epilepsy, neuralgia, and scrofula. It can also be combined with hydrocyanic acid,
for use in facial neuralgia.
Externally, zinc chloride is applied to malignant growths, gonorrhea,
and indolent ulcers. A solution is sometimes used as an antiseptic and disinfectant.
From this we can how one need not fear infection while using Bloodroot Salve
Chloride is derived by the action of hydrochloric acid on granulated (pure)
zinc. Then this solution is later purified by a solution of chlorine and carbonate of zinc when it is evaporated till it assumes a solid form.
It is in the form of a white deliquescent salt, freely soluble in water, alcohol and ether, as soft as wax and capable of being melted and sublimed by heat. As it rapidly deliquesces when exposed to the air, it should be kept in
glass-stoppered bottles. It has a styptic, metallic taste, which is very disagreeable.
Medical Properties And Action
Chloride of zinc is the most active of the zinc preparations, being a powerful and penetrating
escharotic. Its local action as a caustic depends upon its affinity for albumen and gelatin, and when in contact with living parts it destroys their vitality, and uniting with the albuminous and gelatinous matters present, forms an
It is also a useful antiseptic, deodorizer and disinfectant, and largely diluted has been employed as a nervine tonic ; but as the milder preparations of zinc answer the same purpose, it is rarely employed internally.
On account of the great affinity for water and its power of combination with
albumen, chloride of zinc penetrates and spreads deeply, and produces an eschar which is white, thick and
hard. When applied to malignant and indolent ulcers, it promotes healthy granulations, and also when topically applied it not only destroys the diseased structure, but excites a new and healthy action in the surrounding
Chloride of zinc is a valuable agent in dental practice, being employed as an external application to sensitive dentine. As an obtunding agent, a drop of the deliquescent chloride is placed in contact with the sensitive dentinal surface (which has previously been dried and is protected from all moisture), and allowed to remain from two to four minutes. Considerable pain follows the application of the chloride, which is of a steady continuous character, without the throbbing nature which characterizes the pain of an irritated dental pulp.
Its painful action may be modified by bathing the sensitive surface, prior to the application of the chloride, with chloroform, tincture of aconite or atropine solution, or a combination made. When the pain has subsided, the excavation of the cavity can be pro-ceded with until the layer of dentine affected by the chloride has been removed, when another application may be necessary.
Chloride of zinc is also employed to arrest superficial hemorrhage from a wound of the gum during the filling of teeth;
it will also temporarily arrest the secretion of mucus from the surface of the mucous membrane of the mouth.
Chloride of zinc in a properly diluted form is an efficient disinfectant, and has been employed for such a purpose in gangrenous conditions of the mouth.
Anhydrous zinc chloride hydrolyzes with moisture to form hydrochloric acid. It also forms
complex ions with water, ammonia and some organic solvents. Alkaline materials precipitate
zinc hydroxide from zinc chloride solutions.
Zinc in Bloodroot Salve Oral B
Pure zinc powder is often used in vitamin and pharmaceutical preparations.
This more stable form does not readily oxidize, will not cause eschars, as wil
Bloodroot Salve Compound A.
The first few
times Bloodroot Salve is taken orally, the patient usually uses
Bloodroot Salve Topical
and Oral Compound A, in measured dosage, inserted into a gel cap, then swallowed.
But after the digestive system has eliminated parasites, and is sometimes
sensitive thereafter, it remains necessary for the patient to continue ingesting
Zinc, Bloodroot, and Galangal.
So we substitute
non-corrosive Pure Zinc powder, combined with
Bloodroot and Galangal powders. This form will deliver more zinc
to the body, without long term digestive effect.
From Biological role: Encyclopedia II
The direct effect of zinc (as in lozenges) on bacteria and viruses is also well-established, and has been used since at least 2000 BC, from when zinc salts in palliative salves are documented. However, exactly how to deliver zinc salts against pathogens without injuring one's own tissues is still being investigated.
Adapted from the Wikipedia article "Biological role", under the G.N U Free Docmentation License. Please also see http://www.experiencefestival.com/a/Zinc_-_Applications/id/602180
Granular Solid and Aqueous Solutions
Zinc Chloride is a white deliquescent salt that forms acidic solutions in water and in polar organic
solvents such as ethanol, acetone and ether. Neutral solutions can be prepared with anhydrous
zinc chloride and acetone. Zinc chloride is available from Zaclon LLC as a granular solid, or in the
form of aqueous solutions ranging in concentration from 50 to 70%. Solution color is water white to
a straw color.
STORAGE AND HANDLING
Granular zinc chloride should be stored, tightly closed, in a warm 10-24 oC (50-75F) dry place, protected from direct sunlight. Because anhydrous zinc chloride readily absorbs
moisture, an inventory turnover rate of about 2-3 months is recommended to minimize the
possibility of caking.
MATERIALS OF CONSTRUCTION
Caution should be exercised in selecting materials for use with zinc chlorides. Steel tanks are not
satisfactory for storage of zinc chloride solutions. For storage at normal temperatures, rubber-lined
steel tanks or fiberglass-reinforced polyester tanks are recommended. Small polyethylene or
polypropylene tanks can also be used.
4) SAFETY PRECAUTIONS,
related to zinc chloride only.
Do not get zinc chloride in eyes, on skin or clothing.
Do not take it internally. Avoid inhaling mist,
dust and fumes.
Keep container closed. Use with adequate ventilation.
Wash thoroughly after handling.
Exposure of the eyes and skin can be minimized by wearing chemical safety goggles and rubber
Additional protective equipment, such as transparent face shield, rubber gauntlets, rubber
pants and jacket, and rubber shoes may be desirable where there is a high probability of contact
with concentrated solutions of zinc chloride.
In the event of contact, immediately flush eyes or skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes,
while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Call a physician.
Wash clothing before reuse.
If inhaled, remove to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration, preferably
mouth to mouth. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Call a physician.
If swallowed, give large quantities of water or milk. Do not induce vomiting. Call a physician. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
In over-doses it causes a burning pain in the throat and stomach, nausea, vomiting, cold sweats, decrease of pulse, cramps of the limbs, etc., being a powerful irritant poison. The antidotes in poisoning by zinc salts are albumen, carbonate of soda, magnesia and soap.
Zinc chloride granular is classified a corrosive material (UN 2331) by the Department of
Transportation (DOT). Zinc chloride solution is classified a corrosive material (UN 1840) by DOT.
The principal hazard is to the
eye, since even brief contact with zinc chloride in water may produce permanent damage. Deaths,
in which severe damage occurred to the esophagus and pylorus, have been known to occur from
swallowing zinc chloride.
The U.S. Department of Labor has ruled that an employee's exposure to zinc chloride fumes in any
eight-hour work shift of a 40 hour week, shall not exceed a time weighted average of 1 mg/m3 of air
(29 CFR 1910.1000) Air Contaminants.
Thu, 29 Sep 2011
Zinc is an essential mineral known to improve skin tone, aid wound healing,
fight cancer and shorten the length of the common cold.
Researchers publishing in the journal Neuron
now identify the crucial
role this super-nutrient plays in support of memory formation and cognitive
stability. Additionally, they have found that zinc may also play a part in
controlling the devastating occurrence of epileptic seizures. For the first
time, scientists have been able to watch zinc in action as the nutrient
regulates communications between neurons and the hippocampus to improve memory
and learning capabilities. Ensuring proper intake of zinc is an important step
toward optimal brain function and may prevent cognitive decline as we age.
Researchers at Duke University Medical Center and chemists at the
Massachusetts Institute of Technology collaborated to study the effects of
zinc on brain function. Scientists experimenting with mice used a chemical
that binds with zinc to eliminate it from the brain of the test animals. They
found that in the absence of the mineral, communications between neurons was
significantly diminished and that zinc is vital for controlling the efficiency
between nerve cells in the hippocampus.
For more than a half century, scientists have understood that high
concentrations of zinc are deposited within nerve cells; called vesicles, they
package the transmitters which enable the nerve cells to communicate. The
highest concentrations of brain zinc are found among the neurons of the
hippocampus that control the high functions of learning and memory.
Researchers Find Zinc Levels in the Brain Control
Memory and Learning Functions
By artificially regulating the level of zinc in the brain of the test animals,
researchers were able to confirm that eliminating zinc from the neural
vesicles also prevented enhanced communication. By increasing levels of the
mineral, they were able to significantly restore enhanced communications in
the hippocampal region to improve learning and memory capabilities.
The results of this study conducted on mice can be extrapolated to humans
because zinc is known to play a similar role in the brain of both species.
Zinc deficiency in the typical western diet is rapidly becoming a serious
problem that threatens human health. Due to poor farming practices and the
abundance of nutrient-deprived processed foods, many children and adults
suffer from a chronic insufficiency of the mineral.
Over time, lack of zinc from dietary sources can result in immune system
depression, decline in sexual health and increased risk of dementia and
cognitive decline. Dietary sources of zinc include organic liver, beef and
lamb. Vegetarians can include nuts, seeds and peas to obtain the
micronutrient. Alternatively, zinc supplements are available (30 to 50 mg per
day) to help maintain healthy systemic levels that improve memory, learning
[Editor's Note: NaturalNews is strongly against the use of all forms of animal
testing. We fully support implementation of humane medical experimentation
that promotes the health and wellbeing of all living creatures.]
Regulates Communication Between Brain Cells
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is crucial to brain but too much could cause seizures
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