Calcium
Used for building bones and teeth, and maintaining bone strength; also involved in muscle contraction, blood clotting, and maintenance of cell membranes
Phosphorous
Used to build bones and teeth; release energy from carbohydrates, proteins, and fats; form genetic material, cell membranes, and many enzymes
Magnesium
used to build bones, produce proteins, release energy from muscle carbohydrate stores (glycogen), and regulate body temperature
Sodium
Regulates body-fluid volume and blood acidity; aids in transmission of nerve impulses
Chloride
is a component of gastric juice and aids in acid-base balance
Potassium
Assists in muscle contraction, the maintenance in fluid and electrolyte balance in cells, and the transmission of nerve impulses; also aids in the release of energy from carbohydrates, proteins, and fats
Iron
Involved in the formation of hemoglobin in the red blood cells of the blood and myoglobin in muscles also a part of several enzymes and proteins
Zinc
Involved in the formation of protein (growth of all tissues), wound healing, and prevention of anemia; a component of many enzymes
Iodine
Integral component of thyroid hormones
Fluoride
maintenance of bone and tooth decay
Copper
vital to enzyme systems and in manufacturing red blood cells. Needed for utilization of iron
Selenium
functions in association with Vitamin E and may assist in protecting tissues and cell membranes from oxidative damage; may also aid in preventing cancer
Vitamin A
Assists in the formation and maintenance of healthy skin, hair, and mucous membranes; aids in the ability to see in dim light (night vision); essential for proper bone growth, tooth development, and reproduction
Vitamin D
aids in the formation and maintenance of bones and teeth; assists in the absorption and use of calcium and phosphorous
Vitamin E
Protects vitamin A and essential fatty acids from oxidation; prevents cell membrane damage
Vitamin K
aids in synthesis of substances needed for clotting of blood; helps maintain normal bone metabolism
Vitamin C
important in forming Collagen, protein that gives structure to bones, Cartilage, muscle and vascular tissue; helps maintain Capillaries, bones, and teeth; aids in the absorption of iron; helps protect other vitamins from oxidation
Thiamin
helps release energy from carbohydrates; promotes normal functioning of nervous system
Riboflavin
helps transform carbohydrates proteins, and fats into energy
Niacin
helps body transform carbohydrates, proteins, and fats into energy
Vitamin B6
aids in the use of fats and amino acids; aids in the formation of protein
Folic Acid
aids in the formation of hemoglobin in red blood cells; aids in the formation of genetic material
Pantothenic Acid
aids in the formation of hormones and certain nerve-regulating substances; helps in the metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats
Biotin
aids in the formation of fatty acids; helps in the release of energy from carbohydrates
Vitamin B12
aids in the formation of red blood cells and genetic material, helps the functioning of the nervous system. Helps to prevent colds