What is Iron responsible for in the body?
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Oxygen transport in the blood
Found in red meat, legumes and whole grains.
💡 Did you know? A deficiency causes anaemia.
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What is Zinc responsible for in the body?
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Immune system and wound healing
Found in meat, cheese and whole grains.
💡 Did you know? It's popular to take during colds.
What is Iodine responsible for in the body?
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Thyroid hormones
Found in sea fish and seaweed; table salt is often fortified with it.
💡 Did you know? Iodine deficiency can cause a goitre.
What is Selenium responsible for in the body?
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Cell protection and thyroid
Especially rich in Brazil nuts.
💡 Did you know? A few Brazil nuts cover the daily need.
What is Copper responsible for in the body?
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Iron metabolism and connective tissue
Found in nuts, cocoa and organ meats.
💡 Did you know? It helps the body use iron properly.
What is Manganese responsible for in the body?
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Enzymes and bone building
Found in whole grains, nuts and tea.
💡 Did you know? Despite the similar name, it isn't magnesium.
What is Fluoride responsible for in the body?
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Teeth (cavity protection)
Found in many toothpastes and drinking waters.
💡 Did you know? As fluoride it hardens the tooth surface.
What is Chromium responsible for in the body?
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Blood-sugar regulation
The requirement is very small.
💡 Did you know? It helps cells take up sugar.
What is Molybdenum responsible for in the body?
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Enzymes (detoxification)
The requirement is tiny.
💡 Did you know? It helps break down uric acid, for example.
What is Cobalt responsible for in the body?
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Part of vitamin B12
„Cobalamin“ carries cobalt in its very name.
💡 Did you know? Through B12 it matters for blood formation and nerves.
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