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09/01/2018 / By Earl Garcia

Vanadium: The trace mineral for blood sugar regulation

The last few decades saw the scientific community examining various compounds in search of additional diabetes treatments. One such compound is the trace element vanadium. According to health experts, the trace element can be found in many food sources, and can be beneficial for bone health when taken in very small amounts. Several animal and […]

08/27/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Signs and symptoms of zinc deficiency – do you know what to look for?

After iron, zinc is the most common mineral in the body. This mineral plays important roles in the functioning of more than 300 hormones and enzymes, and a deficiency in zinc may lead to various health problems. People with zinc deficiency may experience symptoms, such as brittle nails, white spots on the fingernails, hair loss, […]

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