Minerals form one of the crucial cornerstones of good health.* Since our bodies cannot make minerals, we must rely on the foods we eat and the supplements we take in order to get our recommended daily allowances. Minerals can be classified into two categories, major minerals and trace minerals. Major minerals are essential nutrients found in the human body in amounts more than 5 grams. Some examples include Calcium for bone health, Potassium for a healthy fluid balance and Magnesium for energy production.* In contrast, trace minerals are essential mineral nutrients found in the human body in amounts less than 5 grams, which means that you may benefit especially from taking in these minerals in supplement form. Trace minerals like Zinc, Selenium and Iron promote healthy immune function and support normal red blood cell production.*
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