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Introduction to Mineral Information
Minerals are inorganic nutrients. Like vitamins, they are essential for the growth, development, maintenance and repair of our bodies. Some minerals such as calcium and sodium (major minerals) are already abundant in the body, while others such as selenium and chromium (trace minerals) are limited. Minerals have a great variety of functions, regardless of the concentration in the body.
Minerals found in excess or limited in quantity can cause various abnormalities. We all know by now that calcium is vital for teeth and bones. But minerals like magnesium and boron are also involved with healthy bone formation. In this way, minerals show that their functions are reciprocal in biochemical pathways.
The major minerals included on this site include calcium, chloride, magnesium, phosphorous, potassium and sodium. The trace minerals included are boron, chromium, cobalt, copper, fluoride, iodine, iron, manganese, molybdenum, selenium, and zinc.
Although there are many minerals available commercially, exact functions of some of them are not fully known or understood.
Minerals that have clear functions will be discussed throughout this text. The recommended doses of minerals can be found in each sectional titled Requirements and Recommendations. |
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Practical, easy-to-use dosage charts provide information on upper limits, recommended doses and health benefits for each vitamin. |
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