The Nutritional Biochemistry of Wool and Hair Follicles
April 2000
in “
Animal Science/Animal science
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biotin riboflavin pyridoxine folate pantothenic acid alopecia vitamin D vitamin A copper zinc keratinization melanin synthesis amino acids glutaminolysis aerobic glycolysis vitamin B7 vitamin B2 vitamin B6 vitamin B9 vitamin B5 hair loss vitamin D vitamin A copper zinc keratin melanin amino acids glutaminolysis aerobic glycolysis
TLDR Nutrients like vitamins, copper, zinc, and amino acids are crucial for healthy hair and wool growth.
The document discussed the role of various nutrients in wool and hair follicle production across different animal species. It highlighted unique features of carbohydrate metabolism in follicles, such as glutaminolysis and aerobic glycolysis, which support continuous fiber production despite nutrient fluctuations. Deficiencies in vitamins like biotin, riboflavin, pyridoxine, folate, and pantothenic acid were linked to alopecia and poor fiber growth, with folate playing a significant role in wool production. Vitamin D and A were found to influence follicle function, while copper and zinc were essential for normal keratinization and melanin synthesis. The importance of amino acids in wool growth was established, but further research was needed to understand their specific roles and transport mechanisms in follicles.
