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DOCTOR’S A-Z food supplementation: Many Minerals can be purchased individually or use Mineral Complex (1++TID) or Multi Mineral high absorption ((1+ TID)

Or BIOTIC’S food supplementation: 1 Multi-Mins (or Iron & Copper Free Multi-Mins) (3x each day)

· Avoid refined sugar and refined starch: Eating refined sugar and starch increases insulin production and the production of adrenal hormones. This will cause you to excrete minerals. In addition, refined foods have little or no mineral content. People eat them and become full, making it less likely that they will eat foods that do have a high mineral content. Don’t drink colas (or for that matter, other soft drinks). Avoid diet colas as well. Colas are high in phosphorus and will cause you to lose calcium and magnesium.
· Eat slowly, chew your food thoroughly: Improved digestion will enhance your absorption of minerals.
· Eat plenty of dark green leafy vegetables: Vegetables are very high in mineral content.

· Additional mineral recommendations:

Minerals may be depleted under several conditions. Individuals who eat a lot of sugar and refined foods tend to excrete minerals in their urine; this is compounded by the fact that a refined diet is very low in minerals in the first place. Stress and stimulation of the adrenal glands tend to increase the secretion of hormones that cause a loss of minerals. It has been argued that the use of chemical fertilizers and soil erosion is responsible for the produce of today being lower in mineral content than vegetables grown in decades past.

Boron: Boron is a trace mineral that may influence hormones, especially estrogen. It is used in many products to enhance bone strength in those experiencing osteoporosis.

Calcium: Necessary for bone health. It is also necessary for muscles to relax after contraction. Calcium may be needed by people who suffer from leg cramps or by women who suffer from menstrual cramps. Low calcium can be a reason for poor growth in children. It may be helpful for patients with high blood pressure. High calcium intake may reduce the risk for colon cancer.

Copper: Copper is a common cofactor in enzymes that break down and build up body tissue, help with blood clotting and enable the adrenal glands to work properly.
Copper is necessary (along with vitamin C) for the integrity of skin and connective tissue. It is necessary for the production of myelin (necessary for nerve function). Copper deficiency can lead to arthritis, arterial disease, loss of pigmentation, myocardial disease and neurologic effects. Copper deficiency can lead to an anemia that will not respond to iron supplementation (interestingly, too much copper can also lead to altered iron metabolism and also cause an anemia).
Copper, in high levels, can be toxic. High levels of copper can deplete zinc and iron. Excess zinc, iron or molybdenum intake can deplete copper. There is some evidence that an imbalance between zinc and copper (favoring copper) may lead to attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and aggressive behavior in general.

Chromium: Chromium is part of glucose tolerance factor (GTF). GTF increases the effectiveness of insulin. It is a useful nutrient for both hypoglycemic (low blood sugar) individuals and for diabetics. Chromium deficiency is fairly common in the United States because the mineral is difficult to absorb. Deficiency can lead to severe glucose intolerance (problems handling sugar, sugar cravings). Chromium may also play a role in protein and fat metabolism. There is some evidence that taking adequate chromium may help to prevent athlerosclerotic plaques.

Iodine: Iodine aids the development and functioning of the thyroid gland. It is found in seawater and in soil on the coasts of the world. The world’s “goiter belts,” like the American Midwest, are areas that are far from the ocean with soil that is deficient in iodine. Adding iodine to salt eliminates the symptoms of goiter. According to Broda Barnes, MD, iodizing salt is not adequate to eliminate hypothyroidism in these areas and that people in land-locked areas may still need more iodine (Hypothyroidism, the Unsuspected Illness, by Broda Barnes and Lawrence Galton, Harper Collins Publishers, Inc., 1976).
The condition of hair, nails, skin and teeth are dependent on adequate thyroid function. Poor thyroid function can lead to problems like high cholesterol and immune system problems. People with poor thyroid function often feel cold when others do not, have trouble losing weight, may cry for no reason, feel fatigue, be depressed, lack motivation, have swelling of their ankles, catch colds easily or lack sex drive. Iodine also has the effect of thinning mucus and can be used to relieve sinus pressure.

Iron: The primary use of iron is in making red blood cells. Low iron can create microcytic anemia (an anemia with small red cells) however, not all anemias are the result of low iron. Symptoms of iron deficiency anemia (and other types of anemia) include weakness, fatigue, pallor (being pale), becoming out of breath on exertion, palpitation, coldness and loss of sensation in the extremities, and a sense of being overly tired. Iron deficiency can cause people to eat things like clay, starch, salt, cardboard, and ice.

Magnesium: Magnesium is a cofactor for many enzymes that are involved with metabolizing and converting the components of food. Magnesium facilitates at least 300 such enzymes.
Magnesium is nature’s muscle relaxer. It is useful for relieving all kinds of muscle tension, including menstrual cramps, muscle cramps, and general muscle tension. It is necessary for the production of bone. Magnesium deficiency is also a source of heart arrhythmias. Low magnesium is also responsible for many of the symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS). Low magnesium may also be responsible for mood swings associated with the menstrual cycle. For menstrual issues, magnesium is much more effective when given with vitamin B6. In fact, B6 and magnesium generally work together in many enzyme systems.
Magnesium helps with glucose tolerance and fat metabolism. Magnesium deficiency has been linked to increased triglycerides and cholesterol. Magnesium, along with vitamin B6, is useful for the prevention of kidney stones.

Manganese: Manganese deficiency can lead to skeletal abnormalities, impaired growth, depressed reproductive function and defects of lipid and carbohydrate metabolism. Low manganese levels may be responsible for some seizures in epileptics. Manganese deficiency can also weaken ligaments and discs. It is necessary for proper function of the pituitary gland.

Molybdenum: Molybdenum is an important mineral cofactor for three important enzymes which the body uses to detoxify various chemicals. This mineral is commonly deficient in individuals who are sensitive to chemicals and smoke.

Selenium: Selenium functions as an antioxidant. In other words, it helps protect your cells. It also necessary for adequate thyroid function. Some studies show that selenium supplementation increases resistance to viral infections. Selenium deficiency in animal studies has lead to hair loss, growth retardation, reproductive failure, and pancreatic problems.

Zinc: Zinc is important for use in hundreds of enzyme systems production. Low zinc levels in children can be a cause of poor growth.
Zinc deficiency can cause delayed sexual maturation, impotence, low sperm counts, loss of hair, glossitis, nail dystrophy, night blindness, impaired sense of taste and smell, depression, compulsive behavior, and decreased appetite (even to the point of anorexia).
Imbalance between copper and zinc (too much copper in relation to zinc) may be linked to ADHD and aggressive or antisocial behavior. There may be a link between diarrhea and zinc deficiency.
Zinc is also important for immune function; letting a zinc tablet slowly dissolve in your mouth is a very effective treatment for a sore throat. Zinc deficiency can lead to depressed thymic activity.
The cornea is the tissue with the highest zinc concentration and is affected by zinc deficiency. Dry, irritated eyes can result from low zinc levels.




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