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Minerals Guide

Introduction To Minerals

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Natural Nutrient Support*

WELL-ROUNDED BENEFITS WITH MINERALS

Minerals are very important to general health and fitness. We use minerals to sustain ourselves and move towards our fitness goals, which makes them very versatile and useful ingredients. Most foods do contain minerals to some degree, but the amount of minerals is often insufficient for progressing towards a fitness goal.

Make sure you're getting enough high-quality mineral support and help minimize nutrient deficiencies.

Some of the main areas minerals are used to support include:

  • Strong bones*
  • High levels of energy*
  • Maintenance of electrolyte levels*
  • Protection against free radicals*
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Bone Support Is Just a Bonus*

CALCIUM IS MORE THAN A SIMPLE MINERAL

Most people know that calcium is used to support strong bones, but calcium is also great for promoting fat metabolism and muscle relaxation.* While one can certainly get calcium from dairy-rich foods, many people do not prefer this source because of lactose intolerance or because of milk's fat content.

Our isolated calcium products come in various forms including pills, capsules, chews, and liquids, so find one that's right for you!

For best results, consume 1000-1200 mg daily, never exceeding 2.5 grams a day. Do not consume calcium, zinc, and iron at the same time because the body will not absorb them equally.

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Iron Is Unbelievable

ENCOURAGE ENERGY AND FIGHT FATIGUE*

Iron is a nutrient that is found in red meats and other foods, and is directly related to our energy levels because it helps bind oxygen with hemoglobin, supporting the transport of oxygen in the body. Iron supports many areas, such as:

  • Fighting fatigue*
  • Supporting healthy sleep and concentration*
  • Supporting oxygen delivery and energy levels*

Endurance athletes (men and women) can definitely use iron to support their training, as endurance athletes typically use much more iron than the normal person.*

Up Next: Time to regulate with chromium.*
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Maintain Already Healthy Blood Sugar Balance*

CHROMIUM HAS YOUR BACK*

Chromium helps support your body's production of insulin - the hormone that helps to regulate blood sugar levels. Optimizing your blood sugar levels is important for a variety of reasons, such as:

  • Supporting proper glucose uptake*
  • Promoting healthy energy levels*
  • Encouraging fat metabolism*
  • Supporting efficient muscle growth*
Up Next: Don't think twice about zinc supplementation.
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Get Support From A to Z

THINK ZINC FOR BEHIND-THE-SCENES SUPPORT

Help support your immune system with zinc products and keep up the good work. * Zinc's primary role in the body is supporting a strong immune system, but it also supports a variety of other areas including:

  • Normal hormone levels*
  • Cholesterol levels already within a normal range*
  • Digestion*
  • Cell growth and repair*

Many individuals often overlook zinc products, but it's a great behind-the-scenes supplement for anyone with fitness and health in mind. Try it out and see for yourself!

Up Next: Using minerals for meaningful results.
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Maximize Your Minerals

USAGE AND DOSAGE DETAILS

Most mineral products should be taken once daily and can be taken right in the morning or at any other point throughout the day. Minerals are usually absorbed by the body efficiently and safely, but always make sure to follow dosage recommendations on the product label.

Note: Check out the many other important mineral products we have and fine-tune a mineral stack to fit your goal!

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Other Minerals Categories

Boron

Boron is a trace mineral required for the metabolism of other minerals and mental function! Get the top Boron products here!

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Calcium

Calcium promotes bone health. Check out the best selection of calcium supplements at the best prices!

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Chromium

Chromium promotes healthy blood sugar levels and supports overall general health and wellness!

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Chromium Picolinate

Chromium Picolinate is a trace mineral involved in carbohydrate metabolism and insulin functioning!

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Iron

Iron is involved in oxygen transportation and forming proteins and enzymes. Get the top Iron products at the best prices!

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Magnesium

Magnesium plays a vital role in the contraction and relaxation of muscles, and protein production! Get top magnesium products!

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Manganese

Manganese is a mineral with antioxidant properties and supports enzyme reactions. Get top Manganese products!

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Potassium

Potassium is an electrolyte and is essential for proper heart function, muscle contraction, and digestion!

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Selenium

Selenium is a trace mineral with antioxidant properties and helps support the thyroid gland and immune system!

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Strontium

Strontium is found naturally in bone tissue. Supplemental Strontium promotes healthy bones!

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Vanadyl Sulfate

Vanadyl Sulfate promotes normal insulin and blood glucose levels. Check out our great prices on Vanadyl Sulfate!

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Zinc

Zinc is essential for protein and carbohydrate metabolism. Don’t be lacking in this vital nutrient!

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