Minerals are vital elements for our body and contribute to many bodily functions, such as maintaining bone health, muscle function, energy production, and strengthening the immune system. Just like vitamins, it is important that they are not missing from our diet. Otherwise, they should be taken through dietary supplements, so that the body receives all the essential minerals it needs. But what are minerals? They are divided into two main categories:

1. Macrominerals, which include among others calcium, magnesium, potassium, sodium, and phosphorus, and need to be consumed in large amounts.
2. Trace elements (microminerals), which include among others iron, zinc, selenium, iodine, manganese, and chromium, and are needed in smaller quantities, but are just as important as macrominerals.

Let’s take a look at some of the most essential minerals, their uses, when it is good to consume them, and other information you should know:

SkroutzTip: Dietary supplements do not replace a balanced diet, so consult your doctor for safe intake.