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Trace MineralsChromiumis essential for the functioning of several enzyme systems. The most common thing it works with is Insulin which affects the level of glucose in your blood. Insulin also is involved in the metabolism of triglycerides so chromium is important there also.The only common food source of chromium is brewer’s yeast. Copperis a critical mineral for almost every part of your bodies. Your immune system and nervous system, as well as, the formation of red blood cells, healthy joints, the heart, skin and liver, are dependent on an adequate intake of copper. It is important that there is a balance of between copper and zinc.Your best sources of copper are in whole grains, nuts, shellfish, liver and dark-green, leafy vegetables. Iodineis responsible for the development and function of the thyroid gland. The thyroid gland is responsible for how quickly the body burns energy, makes proteins, and how sensitive the body should be to other hormones.The most concentrated sources is iodized salt. Iodine is also available in drinking water, seafood such as clams, lobster, oysters, sardines and ocean fish, and in dairy products Manganeseis important in bone and cartilage formation, as well as, being involved with enzyme reactions which promote healthy nerve, brain, and thyroid function, reproduction and glucose tolerance.The best sources are from grains and cereal products. Animal products have minimal, to no, manganese in them. Molybdenumworks with several enzymes in the body. It is readily available in milk, beans, breads and cereals.
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