Trace Elements: What They Do And Where You Get Them.

Chromium

Use of sugar in the body

Whole grains, spices, meats, brewer's yeast


Copper

Hemoglobin synthesis and function; production of collagen, elastin, neurotransmitters; melanin formation

Organ meats, shellfish, nuts, fruits

Fluorine
Binding calcium in bones and teeth

Fluoridated water

Iodine
Production of energy (as part of thyroid hormones)

Seafood, iodized salt

Iron
Hemoglobin synthesis and function; enzyme actions in energy production; production of collagen, elastin, neurotransmitters

Organ meats, meat, poultry, fish

Manganese
Functions not entirely understood, but needed for optimal health

Whole grains, nuts

Molybdenum
Functions not entirely understood, but needed for optimal health; detoxification of hazardous substances

Organ meats, whole grains, green leafy vegetables, milk, beans

Selenium
Functions not entirely understood, but necessary for optimal health
Broccoli, cabbage, celery, onions, garlic, whole grains, brewer's yeast, organ meats


Zinc
Immunity and healing, good eyesight, hundreds of enzyme activities
Whole grains, brewer's yeast, fish, meats