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dietary mineral
(redirected from Essential mineral)

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dietary mineral
Minerals required for optimal functioning of the body; dietary requirements for minerals range from molar to trace amounts/day; some–eg, nickel, tin, and vanadium, may be required by some plants or animals, but are not known to have a role in humans


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Also, cereals and breads often have extra vitamins and essential minerals like iron added to them.
Potassium is an essential mineral for heart function and normal blood pressure, so eating plenty of this grin-shaped fruit could help prevent heart attack, stroke, and heart arrhythmias, giving you something to really smile about.
Selenium is an essential mineral found in soil and most leafy greens.
 
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