| Nutrient |
Suggested | Function |
| Boron |
Toxic at 1 gram - no RDA | Bone health |
| Calcium |
DRI 1,000 - 1,300 mg to 2.5 grams | Health of bones, teeth, muscles, regular heartbeat, and nerve function |
| Chromium |
Tolerable intake 200 - 400 mcg | Metabolizes insulin |
| Copper |
Tolerable intake up to 2 mg | Aids in iron absorption. synthesizes hemoglobin, produces energy |
| Flouride |
DRI 3.1 mg - 10 mg | Health of bones and teeth |
| Iodine |
RDA 150 mcg | Necessary fro thyroid hormone |
| Iron |
RDA 15 mg | Formation of red blood cells. |
| Magnesium |
RDA 320 mg - 350 mg | Aids muscle function, supports teeth and cardivascular system |
| Manganese |
Upper level intake to 2 mg | Formation of bones and collagen, metabolizes carbohydrates, synthesizes fatty acids and protein |
| Molybdenum |
Upper level intake 10-25 mcg, upper levels to 50 mcg | Metabolisizes iron, works with enzymes |
| Phosphorous |
RDA 800 mg DRI 700 mg | Health of bones and teeth. Works with enzymes |
| Potassium |
Upper level intake 200 mg | Balance of fluids. Supports function of nerves, metabolizes protien and carbohydrates. Aids in muscle contraction |
| Selenium |
RDA 55 mcg | Antioxidant, prevents damage to cells |
| Vanadium |
Upper level intake to mcg | Metabolizes cholesterol and blood sugar. Possibly works with hormones |
| Zinc |
RDA 12 mg | Utilized in conjunction with enzymes. Contributes to health of immune and reproductive systems |
