Minerals – The Spark Plugs of Biochemistry

This week I am discussing the essential nutrients needed for a healthy and balanced life.  Today we are talking about minerals – the spark plugs of our biochemistry!

 As enzymatic co-factors, minerals support thousands of chemical reactions in our body, in fact, with out them, we would not be able to function to be alive. Minerals are also involved in immune health, hormone metabolism, reproduction, vitamin and bone metabolism.

Foods high in minerals include: spinach, beet greens, dark green leafy greens, kale, bok choy, broccoli, kelp, whole sardines, nuts, seeds, potatoes and beans.

Many of us have mineral deficiencies to magnesium, zinc and iron and some of us are up to 85% deficient!

Now why is that?

Because poor diet, soil depletion, high acid diet, medications and even stress can deplete our mineral status. And if you are an athlete, are going through a detox program, or you live in a very hot environment, you need to increase your daily intake of minerals even more.

I take minerals that are chelated with amino acids- made to withstand any interference including phytic acid, fiber, or even medications.

**IMPORTANT** Make sure to take your minerals away from food! Minerals are alkalizing and you don’t want the minerals to buffer down the stomach acid that is extremely important for protein digestion.

For more detailed information about the Essential Nutrients, click here for my free Essential Nutrients 101: Quick Reference Guide.

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This is Dr. Susanne- dedicated to helping you feel your best, the all natural way!