Minerals and vitamins

Energy supply Minerals do not provide energy, but they perform important functions in our cells. Together with vitamins, they are essential for a healthy metabolism, nervous system, and for proper muscle function. Source Our body is not capable of producing minerals so we need to acquire them from food. Role Just like vitamins, they help to optimise your body’s metabolism. They play a big role in the building of bones (calcium), muscle functions (magnesium), oxygenation of cells (iron), and water storage (potassium). Type Large concentration in the body: Calcium, Magnesium, Potassium, Phosphorous, Sodium,...

Energy supply Vitamins do not provide energy. They are chemical compounds that help in the functioning of other nutrients. Origin The body is not able to produce vitamins; we get them from the nutrients in our food. Although we need them in very small amounts, they are essential to the proper functioning of the body. Role Vitamins regulate chemical reactions in the body. Types Water soluble vitamins are not stored in the body, and so they (C and B complex vitamins) need to be replenished regularly. Fat-soluble vitamins are stored in our body with the help of fat (A, D, E, K vitamins). Storage Water...