Getting to know… Minerals

Minerals are inorganic substances that are essential for maintaining good health and supporting various physiological functions in the human body. There are many different minerals that the body needs, but some of the most important ones include:

1.     Calcium: Important for building and maintaining strong bones and teeth, and supporting nerve function and muscle contraction.

2.     Iron: Necessary for producing hemoglobin, which carries oxygen in the blood, and for supporting immune function.

3.     Magnesium: Plays a role in over 300 different enzymatic reactions in the body, including energy production, muscle and nerve function, and protein synthesis.

4.     Potassium: Helps regulate fluid balance in the body and supports nerve and muscle function.

5.     Zinc: Necessary for immune function, wound healing, and DNA synthesis.

6.     Selenium: An antioxidant that helps protect cells from damage and is important for thyroid function.

7.     Copper: Important for the formation of connective tissues, as well as for iron absorption and red blood cell production.

8.     Iodine: Necessary for the production of thyroid hormones, which regulate metabolism and growth.

9.     Manganese: Plays a role in bone development and wound healing, and supports metabolism and immune function.

10.  Chromium: Helps regulate blood sugar levels by enhancing insulin sensitivity.

These minerals can be obtained from a variety of foods, including whole grains, nuts and seeds, legumes, lean meat and poultry, seafood, fruits, and vegetables. In some cases, supplements may be recommended by a healthcare professional to help meet daily requirements for certain minerals, generally best to get your minerals from a balanced diet rather than relying solely on supplements, however daily supplements are the solution to ensuring the body is receiving sufficent nourishment. The Fun Vitamin was started as a solution to make daily vitamins enjoyable. Try Funamins.

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