Minerals are inorganic substances that comprise about 4% of the human body and are the keystones to our health. We cannot synthesize minerals within our body and hence the requirement must be meet through our food. They facilitate the transfer of nutrients across cell membranes and help in the conduction of nerve impulses. Minerals also help in muscle contraction and relaxation; they provide structural and functional support for the body. Minerals can be classified into microminerals and microminerals. Microminerals (Calcium, Potassium, Sodium, etc.) are those minerals that are required in relatively large amounts by the body, i.e. > 100mg/day. Microminerals (Iron, Zinc, Chromium, etc.) are those that are needed in small or ‘trace amounts, i.e.‹ 100mg/day. Minerals such as calcium are found in greens, turnips, broccoli, milk and its products. Potassium can be found in bananas and other fruits and vegetables. Magnesium is found in whole grains, fruits, and veggies; and copper can be found in organ meats, sea foods, and nuts and seeds. Iron is found in meat and meat products, green leafy vegetables are also good sources of iron. Increasing is rarely in your diet can definitely help you meet your mined requirements. Hence, variety is indeed the spice of life
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