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Nutrient Co-Factors

Meaning

Nutrient Co-Factors are essential vitamins, minerals, and other non-protein dietary components that are required for the catalytic activity of specific enzymes involved in numerous metabolic and endocrine pathways. These micronutrients do not directly participate in the reaction but are indispensable for the enzyme to function efficiently, serving as necessary biochemical assistants. In the hormonal health domain, co-factors like magnesium, zinc, and B vitamins are critical for steroidogenesis, neurotransmitter synthesis, and hormone detoxification in the liver. Insufficient levels of these co-factors can lead to metabolic bottlenecks and suboptimal hormone balance, even with adequate precursor availability.