Important minerals for the human body
1.Iron
Role: composition of hemoglobin and metabolism
Source: red meat, liver, shellfish, egg yolk, green vegetables, enriched grains, and lentils
2.Iodine
Role: synthesis of steroidal hormones
Source: sea salt, iodized table salt, fish, shellfish, algae
3.Zinc
Role: metabolism, antioxidant
Source: shellfish, fish, whole grains, nuts
4.Calcium:
Role: strong bones and teeth, nerve transmission, muscle function
Source: milk products, vegetables like broccoli, cabbage
5.Potassium
Role: helps the body in maintaining heart rhythm, build proteins, use carbohydrates, maintain pH
Source: beef, fish, chicken, cantaloupe, potatoes, tomatoes and beans.
6.Sodium
Role: helps the body in maintaining correct fluid levels in cells, support absorption of other nutrients,
Source: salt
7.Magnesium
Role: Supports muscle and nerve function, boosts immunity, regulates heart beating
Source: beans, nuts, whole grains, green vegetables
8.Phosphorous
Role: Builds strong bones and teeth, repairs cells, produces proteins
Source: dairy foods, whole grains, meat
9.Chloride
Role: balances fluids in the body, essential role in the production of digestive juices
10.Traces of minerals
Chromium, manganese, cobalt, copper, selenium, fluorine etc. are other minerals which body needs in small amounts but at the same time, these are also important for human body.
