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 Minerals
Some minerals are naturally found in the body and are essential to human health. Iron, for example, prevents anemia, and zinc is a cofactor in over 100 enzyme reactions. They normally occur at low concentrations and are known as trace metals.
In high doses, they may be toxic to the body or produce deficiencies in other trace metals; for example, high levels of zinc can result in a deficiency of copper, another metal required by the body.
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Articles:
Gadolinium use in MRIs linked to Kidney Disease
submitted by Dr. Gary Farr 12/24/2007
The FDA updated a public health advisory today about a serious new kidney disease that is apparently associated with a gadolinium-based contrast agent used with MRI or MR angiography.
High Iron Intake in US Elderly
submitted by Dr. Gary Farr 11/4/2001
The vast majority of elderly Americans consume more than the daily recommended amount of iron, according to a new report.
The Importance of Minerals to Health
submitted by Dr. Gary Farr 11/26/2001
This article is about why minerals are essential, where they are found and how they find their way into our bloodstream.
The Importance of Sulfur
submitted by Dr. Gary Farr 4/16/2002
Sulfur is unquestionably an essential nutrient. So why doesn't anyone consider it that?
What is Acid/Alkaline Balance?
submitted by Dr. Gary Farr 3/12/2002
The Textbook of Medical Physiology by Arthur C. Guyton, M.D., probably the most recognized authority on human physiology states: "...the regulation of hydrogen ion concentration (pH or acid/alkaline balance) is one of the most important aspects of homeostasis." (Homostasis is where the components involved seek an equilibrium.)
What is Calcium?
submitted by Dr. Gary Farr 2/12/2002
This mineral, we've been taught since grammar school, builds strong bones and teeth. In fact, 99 percent of the body's supply of calcium goes into the formation and maintenance of bones and teeth. Maintenance is the key word here for calcium is constantly being shuttled from bones to meet other bodily needs.
What is Iron?
submitted by Dr. Gary Farr 11/25/2001
Iron is a mineral that is essential not only to good health but also to life itself. The bulk of the iron in the human body is in the red blood cells' hemoglobin; in fact, it is what makes blood red.
What is Sodium?
submitted by Dr. Gary Farr 6/4/2002
Sodium is a mineral. The main dietary source of sodium is common table salt (sodium chloride), which is 40% sodium and 60 chloride, but regular unprocessed foods contain natural sodium as well. Meat, fish, poultry, eggs, milk and cheese all contribute sodium.
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