Minerals are naturally occurring inorganic substances that are found in rocks, soil, and water. They cannot be produced by the body, and therefore must be obtained through the diet or...
Minerals are naturally occurring inorganic substances that are found in rocks, soil, and water. They cannot be produced by the body, and therefore must be obtained through the diet or through supplements. There are two types of minerals: macrominerals and trace minerals.
Macrominerals are required in larger amounts and include calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, sodium, potassium, and chloride. Trace minerals are required in smaller amounts and include iron, zinc, copper, selenium, iodine, manganese, and molybdenum.