Minerals and trace elements - functions in the body

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Over 100 mg per day is needed. They are involved in, among other things, the regulation of the skeleton, nervous system, muscles, and fluid balance.

Ca Calcium - Structure of bones and teeth, muscle contraction, nervous system function, blood clotting
P Phosphorus - Structure of bones and teeth, energy metabolism (ATP), structure of cell membranes
K Potassium - Fluid balance, nerve impulses, muscle function, heart rhythm
Na Sodium - Fluid balance, nervous system function, muscle contraction
Mg Magnesium - Muscle and nervous system function, energy metabolism, bone health
S Sulfur - Component of proteins and amino acids, enzyme function
Cl Chloride - Fluid balance, formation of stomach acid

Nutrients
Trace elementsCalcium CaIron FeIodine (I)Potassium KMagnesium MgSodium NaSalt - Sodium chloridePhosphorus PSelenium SeZinc ZnFatFatty acidsPolyunsaturated fatsMonounsaturated fatsOleic acid (cis-9-octadecenoic acid) monounsaturated fatsSaturated fatOmega-3 fatty acidsOmega-6 fatty acidsFatty acid - linoleic acidFatty acid - alpha-linolenic acidEPA eikosapentaeenihappoDHA dokosaheksaeenihappoCholesterol (GC)SterolsBenzoic acidProteinAmino acidsLysiiniMethionineThreonineIsoleucineLeucineMethioninePhenylalanineLecithinCarbohydratesOrganic acidsSugarsPolysaccharide, water-soluble non-celluloseGalactose 32Maltose (malt sugar) 30Glucose (grape sugar) 70Sucrose (cane sugar) 100Fructose (fruit sugar) 140–175TärkkelysFiberFiber insoluble in waterSoluble fiberPolysaccharide, water-solubleGalactose (C6H12O6)Nitrogen compoundsTryptophanFolate B9, folic acidNiasiiniekvivalentti NENiacin B3 (nicotinamide, nicotinic acid)Pyridoxine B6Riboflavin B2Thiamine B1Vitamin BVitamin A Retinol, β-caroteneKarotenoiditB12 CobalaminVitamin C Ascorbic AcidVitamin D2 (ergocalciferol), D3 (cholecalciferol)Vitamin E Tocopherols, tocotrienolsVitamin K K₁ (phylloquinone), K₂ (menaquinone)Pantothenic Acid B5B7 BiotinCholine (B-group, vitamin-like)Beta-carotene (precursor of vitamin A)Cu CopperCr ChromeMn ManganeseMineral or trace elementMineralsMineralsNitratesEnergy (kJ)Calories (kcal)FiberGut healthBeneficial bacteria of the gutPrebioticsProbiotics, living microbesBeta-glucanInulinPectinLaxativeOsteocalcinAsparagineApigeninFenoliyhdisteetProanthocyanidinsFlavonolsFlavonidiQuercetinKaempferolRamsteenEpinephrineAntioxidants and bioactive compoundsAntioksidantitOleocanthalOleocanthalPolyphenolsPolyphenolsFlavonoidsNaringinAnthocyaninsQuercetinNasuniiniCarotenoidsBeta-carotene (precursor of vitamin A)LuteinZeaxanthinBetalainLycopeneLycoperoside HPhytochemicalsPhytoestrogenLignanAntibacterial compoundsSulfur compoundsAllicin (when not cooked)CyanideMalvidinLuteoliiniSupport for the immune systemImmune defenceCleans the arteries, keeps the blood cleanSupporting hemoglobin levelsPromotes iron absorptionManaging cholesterolChange in cholesterol, glucose, and insulin levelsLowering triglyceridesIncreasing HDL cholesterolReducing LDL cholesterolPrevents the oxidation of blood cholesterolCardiovascular healthBrain healthNerve cellsSerotoninPrevention of cerebral circulation disorders, paralysisAlzheimer'sLowers the risk of blood clotsLowers the risk of stroke and heart diseaseStrengthens the inner lining of blood vesselsMay help prevent unwanted blood clottingAnti-inflammatory effectAnti-inflammatory effectsReducing chronic inflammationRisk of arteriosclerosisGut and stomach supportRelieving digestive inflammation responsesImproved digestionThe body's pH balancePrebiotics, types of fiber feed the good bacteria in the gutRemineralizingCa Calcium Structure and health of bones and teethP Phosphorus Energy metabolism, bonesK Potassium Fluid balance, nervous system functionSodium Fluid balance, muscle functionMg Magnesium Function of muscles and nervous systemBlood pressureFunctioning of blood vesselsThe body's resistance to inflammationBlood sugar managementDiabetesBlood sugar and insulin sensitivityLow in caloriesWeight managementWeight gain and visceral fatMetabolic syndromeSugar and fat metabolismLow-grade inflammationMetabolismNestetasapainoSwellingHormonesBoneLihaksetRecovery from exerciseReduction of muscle damageEnhancing athletic performanceHermostoIhon terveysRich in antioxidants - cells, skin, hair, all organsSlows down cell agingProtecting cells from oxidative stressFormation of muscle cellsCondition of the skin and mucous membranesMucous membrane healthCollagen production in the skinCollagen - Skin Connective Tissue Joints Tendons Muscles BonesSkin and tissue well-beingSkin microcirculationAtopic eczemaGives the skin a healthy colorEnhances UV protectionUV damageEye healthVisionNight vision and corneal healthProtect eye cells from oxidative stress (Vitamin E)Supports the connective tissues of the eye and acts as an antioxidantDry eyes and light sensitivityLutein, a protective substance for the retinaJoint healthReduces inflammation and oxidative stressElimistön puhdistaminenLiver healthLiver detoxificationKidneysUrinary problemsBody wastes, toxic substancesPossible cancer-preventive effectAntibacterial propertiesPossible effect on sleep qualityFertilityWho it may not be suitable forFinland
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