Author: Alexander Bruni
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August 08, 2022
The food we eat contains a different set and amount of minerals. We present you information in which food products, what minerals are ...
Chlorine
Participates with sodium in osmotic pressure, which prevents fluid retention in the bloodstream and tissues.
Enters the body with salt (sodium chloride), soy sauce, milk, eggs, meat, bread, cheese, butter, carrots, beets.
Sulfur
Forms acids are part of the following amino acids: methionine, cysteine, taurine, and glutathione. Cleanses the blood, increases the body's resistance to bacteria, protects the protoplasm of cells. Participates in some oxidative reactions, protects against the harmful effects of toxic substances, radiation, and polluted environment, thereby slowing down the aging process. It is part of hemoglobin, it is contained in all tissues of the body, it is necessary for the synthesis of collagen. Helps regulate blood glucose levels. Stimulates the secretion of bile.
Found in: meat, eggs, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, old beans, fish, garlic, onions, soybeans, wheat germ, horsetail.
Vanadium
It plays an important role in the processes of the reproductive system. It slows down the synthesis of cholesterol. It is needed for the formation of bone tissue and teeth. Recommended for diabetes, hyperinsulinemia, high blood pressure, planned weight loss, increased physical activity.
In deficiency
there are diseases of the cardiovascular system and kidneys, low reproductive capacity.
Found in: dill, fish, olives, turnips, legumes, vegetable oils, meat, cereals and grains - unpeeled, salads, carrots, beets, cherries, wild strawberries.
Boron
Participates in bone maintenance and metabolic processes of calcium, phosphorus and magnesium. Improves brain function.
In case of the deficit:
it is rare, in the third age it is possible in its absence to have problems with calcium absorption. Boron deficiency indicates a deficiency of vitamin D. It is prescribed for the prevention of osteoporosis in the postmenopausal period and the maintenance of muscle tissue.
Found in: apples, carrots, grapes, leafy vegetables, walnuts, pears.
Silicon
Maintains the elasticity of the arteries and plays an important role in the prevention of cardiovascular disease. Protects the body from the harmful effects of aluminum, stimulates the immune system and slows down the aging process of tissues.
In case of deficiency:
blood vessels lose their elasticity, there is a tendency to caries, periodontitis, brittle nails and hair loss.
Recommended for Alzheimer's disease, osteoporosis, cardiovascular disease, for healthy nails, skin and hair.
Found in: beets, rice, soybeans, leafy vegetables, cereals - whole grains, alfalfa, horsetail.