ESSENTIAL VITAMINS AND MINERALS limited |
Several of these minerals are not typically supplemented as they are abundant in our food sources and in many of the processed foods that the public consumes. Several are dangerous and cause problems when there is too much in the body. Phosphorus, for example, depletes calcium and other minerals from the body. Too much arsenic can cause poisoning. This is why balance is key in taking supplements, and why we are not huge advocates of taking random supplements without knowing exactly what you are getting.
There are 92 known, natural occurring minerals and elements. Science has not yet discovered every use of them in the body, particularly in the minute trace amounts some may be needed. Only the top 21 are identified; however, all the trace minerals may play a key, but as yet unknown, role in our health.