Mineral Supplements And Their Importance In The Body

Mineral supplements are also known as multivitamins. They come in the following forms chew-able tablets, pills, powders and liquids. They supply the body with minerals that are found in foods.  For some reasons, the food we eat does not supply all the minerals the body wants. Maybe because we do not eat a particular type of food.it is at this point where the doctor recommends supplements to ensure the body stays fit and healthy.

A multivitamin contains the following

Water-soluble vitamins- these are explained as minerals that easily pass in and out of the body. They do not build up or accumulate in the body. Water soluble vitamins include the following, vitamin C, vitamin B, biotin, thiamine, riboflavin, pantothenic, folic acid, niacin, and B6.

Minerals- these include, phosphorus, copper, magnesium, zinc, iron, selenium, potassium, and calcium.

Fats soluble vitamins- this is opposite to water soluble. They are stored in the body and are not easily passed out. They include, vitamins, E, A, D, and K.

Other supplements contain substance that cannot be categorized as either minerals or vitamins. They contain ingredients such as lycopene, lutein, and antioxidants.

Why do we take supplements

The very best and safe way of getting minerals and vitamins in our body is by taking them through the food we eat every day. As we eat, we must make sure that we eat healthy food containing all the minerals needed by the body. Sometime, however, it becomes difficult to get all the above form our daily diet. It is a challenge even for those people who keenly check what they eat.

Below is a list of people who must take supplements

Pregnant and breastfeeding women. Women in this condition need to take more supplements because what they consume might not be enough for both her and the baby.

Sick, injured or patients recovering from surgery. They need minerals and vitamins to help them get their healthy bodies fast.

If you are restricted, form consuming certain foods. This means there are minerals and vitamins you cannot get form foods hence the need for supplements.

Infants too need supplements to enable them to get the right amounts of calcium and vitamin D

It is not a healthy eating habit to take supplements, but due to unavoidable circumstances, we are forced to take them. You do buy supplements over the counter because you think you might be lacking something. Go to the doctor for diagnosis and prescription.