Macro Minerals

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  • Sodium
    This is essential for the nervous system and for fluid balance and muscle contraction. Some of the best sources are salt, soy sauce, processed foods, etc.
  • Potassium
    Along with sodium, it is needed for maintaining the fluid balance in the body, for the nervous system and muscle contractions. It is found in meats, fresh fruits, legumes, milk, and whole grains.
  • Chloride
    Essential for stomach acid and required for proper fluid balance in the body. It is found in thesame foods as sodium, such as salt, soy sauce, processed foods, etc.
  • Calcium
    Needed for healthy bones, muscle contractions, nerves, blood pressure and immune system. It is found in foods like milk and milk products, green leafy vegetables, cheese, and legumes
  • Magnesium
    It is found in the bones and is required for protein synthesis, muscle contraction, nervous system, and immune system. Foods rich include seeds, nuts, green vegetables, chocolates, sea food, etc.
  • Phosphorus
    Essential for healthy bones and teeth. It is present in all the cells of the body . It helps to maintain the acid/base balance in our body. Foods rich in are fish, meat, poultry, processed foods, etc
  • Sulphur
    It is found in proteins, so is present in all protein-rich food, such as meat, poultry, nuts, milk,etc.