TYPE OF MINERAL

Iodine

WHY IT IS NEEDED

This is an active substance in the thyroid gland and controls the rate at which energy is used up by the body's processes.

WHAT FOODS IT IS FOUND IN

kelp and other seaweeds, dairy produce, pineapple and raisins.

DEFICIENCIES AND THEIR SIDE EFFECTS AND ILLNESSES

enlargement of thyroid gland, a risk of breast, uterine and ovarian cancers.

TYPE OF MINERAL

Copper

WHY IS IT NEEDED

Needed in small amounts along with iron for the formation of blood cells.

WHAT FOODS IS IT FOUND IN

nuts, pulses, avocado pears and cereals.

DEFICIENCIES AND THEIR SIDE EFFECTS AND ILLNESSES

anaemia (resulting in fatigue) and haemorrhaging of blood vessels.

TYPE OF MINERAL

Sodium Chloride (salt)

WHY IS IT NEEDED

It is important that 0.9% is maintained in the body, this means 4grams per day.

WHAT FOODS IS IT FOUND IN

4 grams is easily taken from daily foods. It is very easy to consume to much salt in our diets.

DEFICIENCIES AND THEIR SIDE EFFECTS AND ILLNESSES

cramps, aching muscles, mental confusion.

TYPE OF MINERAL

Potassium

WHY IS IT NEEDED

Essential for healthy cell, nerve and muscle function

WHAT FOODS IS IT FOUND IN

leafy green vegetables, mushrooms, bananas, potatoes, grapes, tomatoes and brewer's yeast.

DEFICIENCIES AND THEIR SIDE EFFECTS AND ILLNESSES

acute muscle weakness, bloating, dizziness, pins and needles and intense thirst.