How to Select Trace Minerals

Minerals are commonly divided into 2 categories: macrominerals (which are found in rather large amounts) and trace minerals (which appear in very small amounts within the body). The human body is not capable of producing minerals on its own, therefore vital minerals must be consumed as we eat food or take a mineral supplement. Minerals should create equilibrium and health in the body.

Things You'll Need

• Foods high in trace minerals
• Supplements or vitamins

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Instructions

Select Trace Minerals

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  Buy a well-rounded supplement or vitamin. Typically, most daily dosage multi-vitamins contain the essential minerals that your body requires for healthy functioning.

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  Consume trace minerals as you eat. Most foods are high in one or more kinds of mineral content. Spinach, for example, is prized for its high iron content.

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  Opt for the more expensive trace mineral formulas sold in stores. These formulas contain a more concentrated dose of each mineral and lack fillers, dyes and other chemicals that less expensive brands commonly use.

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  Determine if there are any specific health concerns you need to treat. By visiting your local health food store, you can speak with someone about which minerals would benefit you most.

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  Select special formulas or dosages geared towards men, women or children. One type of trace mineral does not suit all, so keep the age of the consumer in mind.

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  Check the shelf life or expiration date of bottled trace minerals. Older minerals lose their potency or may even be dangerous to consume after expiration.

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  Do your own reading. By reading current studies and articles about trace minerals, you can stay abreast of the latests news and developments.

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  Select organic trace minerals. These are generally more pure and clean, and they are sometimes gathered under fair marketplace trade agreements in less developed countries.

Familiarize Yourself With Different Trace Minerals

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  Oxygenate your red blood cells. Iron, often found in meat, also prevents anemia, a blood deficiency.

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  Promote liver function with zinc. Zinc is a well-balanced mineral as it also aids in reproductive health, taste bud development, digestion and the healing of wounds.

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  Protect your smile. Flourine helps teeth resist acids that cause wear and tear, and it also fights tooth decay.

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  Increase your red blood cell count. Red blood cells aid in respiration, and copper helps your body produce more red blood cells, breathe with ease and release cellular energy.