Calcium, chromium, copper, iodine, iron, magnesium, manganese, molybdenum and selenium
Calcium
Calcium is partially in charge of the development of bones and teeth. It is also needed to have a steady cardiac
rhythm and to ensure the transmission of nervous impulses. Thus the body needs calcium for the growth and the strain of muscles as well as for spasms
prevention. It plays an important part in blood coagulation and in prevention of colon cancer. Calcium can result in a lowering of the blood pressure and
help guard against bones atrophy which goes hand in hand with osteoporosis.Chromium
Chromium is used to produce energy and to synthesise cholesterol, lipids and proteins. With the help of insulin, this mineral maintains steady the sugar content in blood both in case of hyper sugar level as in case of low sugar level. A lower plasma chromium content is a sign of coronaries disorders. Our conventional diet does not provide enough chromium. The capacity to maintain steady the sugar blood content is challenged by the amount of chromium available in our soil and in our drink water but also in our diet which is based on a lot of processed sugar, white flour and fast food.
Copper
Copper has got a host of functions.
Among others it leads to the development of bones, haemoglobin and red corpuscles. Along with zinc and vitamin C, it leads to the synthesis of
elastin. Copper takes part to the healing process, to the production of energy as well as to the pigmentation of skin and hair. It also plays an important
part in taste nerves and is essential for the good development of nerves. Iodine
Iodine helps to burn fat in excess
and is needed for physic and mental growth. In addition, iodine is also needed
to ensure the good functioning of the thyroid and to prevent the development of
a goitre. Iodine deficiencies can lead especially for children to a lower
mental capacity. In recent years, iodine deficiencies has been related to
breast cancers.Iron
The most important functions of iron may be the production of haemoglobin and the supply of oxygen to red corpuscles. Among all the minerals contained in blood, iron accounts for the biggest amount. It is needed by lots of enzymes and it is also an essential mineral for children growth as well as for the resistance against diseases. Then iron is necessary for the development of a healthy immune system and for energy production. Vitamin C can increase the uptake of iron by 30%
Magnesium
Magnesium has a crucial role in
enzymes activity. It ensures calcium and potassium uptake. Magnesium supplement
helps to ward off depression, dizziness, muscle weakness, muscle twitch, heart
deficiencies and high blood pressure. In addition, Magnesium can help to
maintain the pH balance. Magnesium protects the internal wall of arteries
against the effects of unexpected blood pressure variations. Then it also takes
part in bones growth and in carbon mineral metabolism. Manganese
Small amount of manganese are needed for fat and protein metabolisms, nerves, immune system and blood sugar regulation. Manganese is also needed for energy production, for a normal bones growth and for reproduction. Thus it is used in case of iron deficiencies, that is to say anaemia. It is also necessary to take good account of thiamine (B1) and vitamin E.
Molybdenum
This mineral is used in very small
amount in nitrogen cycle by which nitrogen of the body is recovered. Molybdenum
plays a part in the last phase of purine transformation into uric acid. In
addition, it strengthens the normal cells functions and is part of the
xanthinoxydase enzymes system. Molybdenum is found in liver, bones and kidneys.
Deficiencies of molybdenum can lead, especially by old men, from a wither skin
to impotence.
Selenium
Selenium is an essential antioxidant especially when it is combined with vitamin E. It protects the immune system by preventing the development of free radicals that can damage the body. Selenium and vitamin E work in synergy and strengthen antibody growth as well as the maintain of a healthy heart. A deficiency of selenium has been linked to cancers and heart disorders.