Minerals and trace elements
The human body does not need large amounts of those minerals and trace
elements. They are, however, extremely important for our organism and a
correct supplementation may be needed to prevent deficiency.
- Magnesium
Properties: it is present in nearly all cells of the human body and is needed to build healthy bones and teeth, as well as for a proper functioning of the nervous system and for the regular muscles function, including the function of the heart muscle.
Sources: nuts, cereal grains, meat, bananas, green, and leafy vegetables.
- Chromium
Properties: it regulates utilisation of blood glucose and helps maintains appropriate blood sugar levels.
Sources: meat, fish, dairy products, potatoes, cereals, fruits and eggs.
- Iron
Properties: red blood cells need iron to help transport oxygen throughout the body and it is also important for an adequate functioning of the nervous and immune system.
Sources: meat, eggs, nuts, cereals and seeds.
- Copper
Properties: Copper is a mineral found in very small amounts in all tissues in the body and it is involved as part of enzymes in many processes of the metabolism.
Sources: animal flesh (especially liver), oysters, fish, whole grains, nuts, and legumes.
- Zinc
Properties: it plays an important role in the immune defense system. It is needed for a healthy skin and to build and maintain strong bones.
Sources: oysters, liver, meat, fish, seeds and whole grain cereals.
- Iodine
Properties: is essential for neurological and mental development and it is needed for growth and function of the thyroid gland and for the production of thyroid hormones.
Sources: iodised salt, milk, eggs, green vegetables and seafood.
- Molybdenum
Properties: it supports an optimal amino acid (which are protein building blocks) metabolism and proper cells function.
Sources: beens, eggs, vegetables and cereals.
- Selenium
Properties: it is necessary for cells protection, thanks to its strong antioxidant properties. It further supports the function of the immune system.
Sources: nuts, eggs, legumes, fish and cereals.
