MINERALS

Calcium is the body's most abundant Mineral and is essential in forming and maintaining strong, healthy bones and teeth. It is used to activate enzymes involved in fat, protein digestion, and in the production of energy while regulating the contraction and relaxation of the body's muscles. Calcium is also involved in blood clotting and transmission of nerve impulses.

Chromium Picolinate is necessary to activate enzymes in the body involved in the metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins and glucose. It also aids in the transport of amino acids to the liver and heart cells.

Copper is used by the body as a catalyst in the storage and release of Iron to synthesize hemoglobin for red blood cells. It is also involved in the absorption ofVitamin C (Ascorbic Acid} and promotes connective tissue formation and central nervous system functions.

Iodine is important for the proper function of the Thyroid Gland and Thyroid Hormones that regulate physical and mental growth, the functions of the nervous system, circulation and the metabolism of most nutrients.

Iron is found in red blood cells in the form of hemoglobin, a compound that is responsible for carrying oxygen from the lungs to all parts of the body. It is also found in myoglobin, a form of hemoglobin found in the body's muscles which stores oxygen and releases it when the body needs extra energy for hard work or play.

Magnesium is required for healthy, strong bones and teeth. One of the most important roles of Magnesium is to help the muscles relax. Calcium flows to the muscles to help them contract, then Magnesium flows to them to help them relax. It aids in the function of nerves and muscles, including the regulation of a normal heart rhythm.

Phosphorus strengthens bones and teeth and also plays a part in almost every chemical reaction in the body that has to do with the utilization of carbohydrates, fats and proteins. Phosphorus is involved in energy metabolism, storage and regulation. It combines with fats to make phospholipids which become the part of the cell that regulates materials transported in and out of cell walls.

Potassium promotes normal muscle contraction and a regular heart beat. It also preserves the normal function of nerve cells, heart cells and skeletal muscle cells. Potassium regulates and maintains the water balance in body tissues and cells.

Selenium is present in all tissues of the body but concentrated highly in the kidneys, liver, spleen and pancreas. Its most important biological function is the role as an antioxidant to delay and stop the free radical reactions that damage the body's cells. Selenium also works to preserve tissue elasticity.

Zinc: The most critical role o Zinc is in the synthesis of the nucleic acids RNA and DNA which are vital for cell division, cell repair and cell growth. Zinc also plays an important role by boosting the body's immune system.