MINERALS

The list of minerals we use in our

food
 Phosphorus: Essential for bone health, energy metabolism, and DNA
synthesis.
Found in : dairy products, meat, fish, poultry, nuts, and whole grains.
Zinc: Important for immune function, wound healing, DNA synthesis,
and growth and development.
Found in : meat, shellfish, legumes, seeds, nuts, and dairy products.
Selenium: Acts as an antioxidant, supports thyroid function, and may
play a role in cancer prevention.
Found in : seafood, Brazil nuts, poultry, eggs, and whole grains.
Iodine: Essential for thyroid hormone production, which regulates
metabolism and growth.
Found in : iodized salt, seafood, seaweed, dairy products, and bread fortified
with iodine.
Copper: Necessary for the formation of red blood cells, immune
function, and collagen production.
Found in : organ meats, shellfish, nuts, seeds, and whole grains.
Manganese: Supports bone health, metabolism, and antioxidant
defenses.
Found in : whole grains, nuts, seeds, leafy greens, and tea.
Chromium: Helps regulate blood sugar levels by enhancing insulin
action.
Found in : broccoli, whole grains, meat, and spices.
 Calcium: Essential for bone health, muscle function, nerve
transmission, and blood clotting.
Found in : dairy products, leafy greens, nuts, and fortified foods.
Iron: Important for oxygen transport in the blood and energy
metabolism.
Found in : red meat, poultry, fish, beans, lentils, spinach, and fortified
cereals.
Magnesium: Involved in over 300 biochemical reactions in the body,
including energy production, muscle function, and bone health.
Found in : nuts, seeds, whole grains, leafy greens, and legumes.
Potassium: Vital for fluid balance, muscle contraction, nerve function,
and blood pressure regulation.
Found in : bananas, potatoes, tomatoes, citrus fruits, beans, and dairy
products.
Sodium: Helps maintain fluid balance, nerve function, and muscle
contraction.
Found in : table salt (sodium chloride), processed foods, and naturally in
small amounts in various foods.
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