Trace Minerals

Question 1

Iron

Answer 1

Primary functions: transport and release oxygen as part of the hemoglobin in RBCs,
Energy metabolism .

Food sources: animal proteins, legumes, beans, dark leafy greens, molasses and fortified cereals. 

Question 2

Zinc

Answer 2

Primary functions: Coenzyme for many metabolic processes, including protein in June synthesis. Wound healing, taste perception, immune health, growth sexual maturation and fetal development.

Food sources: animal proteins, shellfish, whole grains.

Question 3

Copper

Answer 3

Primary functions: coenzyme for many metabolic processes, Metabolism, role in iron absorption and metabolism.

Food sources: seafood, meats, grains. 

Question 4

Iodine

Answer 4

Primary function: part of thyroxine (thyroid hormone) that regulates metabolism, weight , growth and development.

Food sources: seafood, iodized salt, dairy products. 

Question 5

Manganese

Answer 5

Primary functions: coenzyme in many metabolic processes. Bone growth and development.

Food sources: legumes, oatmeal, whole wheat bread and leafy green veggies.

Question 6

Chromium

Answer 6

Primary functions: regulation of glucose, in conjunction with hormone insulin.

Food sources: Whole grains, liver, brewers yeast, nuts, cheeses.

Question 7

Fluoride

Answer 7

Primary functions: bone and dental health, helps prevent dental cavities.

food sources: tap water, tea, certain seafood.

Question 8

Molybdenum

Answer 8

Primary functions: coenzyme in some metabolic pathways.

Food sources: most foods, especially vegetables, leafy greens, legumes, milk and liver