Minerals

There are 15 minerals that the body does need in order to function properly. The ones needed in large amounts are calcium, phosphorus and magnesium. The body also needs smaller amounts of magnesium, aluminum, copper, fluoride, iodine, iron, manganese, molybdenum, elenium, zinc, chloride, potassium and sodium.

The essential minerals analyzed are: Calcium, Magnesium, Manganese, Potassium, Zinc, Copper, Iron, Lithium, Selenium, Chromium, Phosphorus, Sodium, Cobalt, Nickel, Silicon, Vanadium and Molybdenum. The toxic metals analyzed are: Lead, Mercury, Cadmium, Aluminum and Arsenic. Essential minerals are present in the body in important ratios. For example: when Copper is high, Zinc is usually low. Significant ratios calculated are Calcium:Magnesium, Iron:Copper, Sodium:Potassium, Zinc:Copper and Zinc:Manganese.

Calcium

RDA: 1,000 mg Daily

Fomation of strong bones, teeth, and muscle tissue; also involved in the regulationof heartbeat, muscle action, and nerve function.

Found in milk and milk products.

Chromium

RDA: Not established

Glucose metabolism; increases the effectiveness of insulin.

Found in corn oils, whole grain cereals, and brewer's yeast.

Copper

RDA: 2 mg Daily

Formation of red blood cells; bone growth; works with vitamin C.

Found in nuts, meat, and legumes.

Iodine

RDA: 150 meg Daily

Component of the hormone thyroxine, which controls metabolism.

Found in iodized salt and seafood.

Magnesium

RDA: Not established

Acid/Alkaline balance; aids in the metabolism of carbohydrates, minerals, and sugar.

Found in nuts, green vegetables, and whole grains.

Phosphorus

RDA: 1,000 mg Daily

Important in bone development and protein, carbohydrates, and fat utilization.

Found in meat, fish, poultry, eggs, and grains.

Potassium

RDA: Not established

Fluid balance; controls the activity of the heart muscle, kidneys, and nervous system.

Found in lean meat, fruits, and vegetables.

Selenuim

RDA: 50 to 200 meg Daily (provisionally established RDA)

Protects body tissues against damage from radiation, pollution, and normal metabolic proccessing.

Found in fish, organ meats, lean meats, and grains.

Zinc

RDA: 15 mg Daily

Aids in digestion, metabolism, development of the reproductive system, and healing.

Found in lean meat, eggs, seafood, and whole grains.