Reason #1. We are all Mineral Deficient

"99% of the American people are deficient in Minerals and a marked deficiency in any one of the more important minerals actually results in disease." United States Senate, document Number 264, 74th congress, 2nd Session, 1936.

In 1936, the US Senate was presented with the results of a scientific study it had commissioned on the mineral content of our food. The results demonstrated that many human ills could be attributed to the fact that American soil no longer provided the plants with the mineral elements which are so essential to human nourishment and nutritional health.

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Iron: Depression is often a symptom of chronic iron deficiency. Other symptoms include general weakness, listlessness, exhaustion, lack of appetite, and headaches. · Manganese: This metal is needed for proper use of the B-complex vitamins and vitamin C. Since it also plays a role in amino-acid formation, a deficiency may contribute to depression stemming from low levels of the neurotransmitters serotonin and norepinephrine. Manganese also helps stabilize blood sugar and prevent hypoglycemic mood swings. · Potassium depletion is frequently associated with depression, tearfulness, weakness and fatigue. ~Gloria Gilbère, N.D., D.A.Hom., PhD.

Reason #7: Minerals are essential to bone formation and support healthy hair, nails, skin, teeth, muscles, nerves, ligaments, tendons Calcium Calcium is responsible for life sustaining nerve impulses and muscle contractions including the heart and kidneys. Supplementing with good source calcium has been proven to reduce high blood pressure and even protect against colon cancer. With calcium from Tri-Calcium-Phosphate, this formula delivers three forms of calcium for increased absorption. Most calcium is contained in our bones, and yet to protect our bodies from having to "borrow" necessary calcium it is important that we supplement with a high absorption formula. Magnesium Magnesium acts as a balancing companion to calcium. Calcium causes muscle contraction, and magnesium allows muscle to relax. It is important to sustain a proper balance of calcium and magnesium for improved absorption. Magnesium supplements can improve energy production within the heart. It has been known to inhibit the formation of blood clots and improve heart rate. Therapeutically used for conditions such as: reducing high blood pressure, heart attack, high cholesterol, chronic fatigue, as well as tooth decay. Zinc Sufficient levels of zinc are very important for the body's immunity and strength. Zinc is a part of

every cell in the body and forms part of over 200 enzyme pathways. Studies have shown a diet low in zinc may be associated with higher incidence of heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes and overall immune system weakness. Symptoms that appear to be linked with low dietary zinc include mental disturbances, diarrhea, slowed wound healing and recurrent infections. Zinc is essential for the optimal activity of numerous hormones in the body including growth hormone, testosterone, estrogen, progesterone and insulin.

Reason #8: Minerals protect against Aging

Author S. Whang in his book "Reverse Aging" states that, "As long as there are sufficient amounts of alkaline minerals in the body, poisonous acids are neutralized. When there is not adequate supply of calcium or other alkaline minerals in the body, the body borrows calcium from bones to survive." The Alkaline minerals include sodium, potassium, calcium, magnesium and others. Due to the fact that minerals are water-soluble, they are easily forced out of the body by internal and external stresses including exercise, emotions, menstruation, diarrhea and many prescription medications. As we age, our body loses its' ability to completely replenish mineral levels. Many cases of anxiety are a matter of mineral deficiencies that create an imbalanced internal environment, causing a chain reaction that manifests as anxiety, panic or even depression as the body attempts to maintain balance but doesn't have the tools (minerals and electrolytes) necessary.

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Reason #4: Minerals help Maintain Proper pH Balance in the Body

pH balance -- There are complex biochemical processes that constantly take place in the body to keep the pH as near perfect as possible. These buffering systems need a good balance of minerals & trace minerals to work effectively. Body mineral content and balances control the quantity of electrolytes in the body. The speed at which the electricity flows is controlled by the pH balance. The ideal pH range for saliva test is 6.0 to 6.8; values below this value means the body is acid and above this value the body is alkaline.

Reason #5: In the absence of Minerals, Vitamins have No Function "It is not commonly known that in the absence of minerals, vitamins have no function. Lacking vitamins, our system can make use of the minerals, but lacking minerals, the vitamin is useless." The human body can manufacture some vitamins, (B in the intestinal tract, D from sunshine) but the body cannot manufacture its own minerals - they must be supplied by food and water. When in adequate amounts, they make a strong healthy mind and body. When they are lacking, disease sets in... Charles Northen, M.D. & Bernard Spur, M.D. authors of " Know Your Nutrition."

Reason #6: Minerals can help with Anxiety and Depression Mineral/Electrolyte Deficiency: The Anxiety/Panic Connection - Deficiencies in certain minerals can cause depression. Deficiencies in minerals such as potassium, sodium, iron, calcium, magnesium, zinc, and manganese have been known to produce depression. · Magnesium deficiency can result in depressive symptoms, along with confusion, agitation, anxiety, and hallucinations, as well as a variety of physical problems. Most diets do not include enough magnesium. Stress contributes to magnesium depletion · Calcium depletion affects the central nervous system. Low levels of calcium cause nervousness, apprehension, irritability, and numbness. · Zinc inadequacies result in apathy, lack of appetite, and lethargy. When zinc is low, copper in the body can increase to toxic levels, resulting in paranoia and fearfulness.

8 Reasons to take your mineralsReason #1. We are all Mineral Deficient

The Earth Summit Report of June 1992 reported the following decline of nutritional minerals in farm and range soils by continent over the last hundred years

Reason # 2: 95% of the Body's Daily Functions Require Mineral Supplementation

From the book Healthy Healing by Linda Page, ND, Ph.D, she states, " Minerals and Trace Minerals are the building blocks of life, the bonding agent between you and food. They keep your body pH balanced, are essential to bone formation, regulate the movement of cellular fluids, nerve electrical activity and metabolic function. Trace minerals are only .01% of body weight, but even deficiencies in these micro-nutrients can cause severe depression, PMS, hyperactivity in children, blood sugar disorders, nervous stress, high blood pressure, premature aging, memory loss and poor healing."

" Many minerals are no longer even sufficiently present in our fruits and vegetables, leached from the soil by chemicals and pesticide sprays used in commercial farming."

Cells depend on minerals to create certain chemical reactions necessary to produce vital hormones and other chemicals such as serotonin. Serotonin, for example, is found in the gastrointestinal tract and central nervous system that regulates mood, appetite, sleep, muscle contraction, memory and learning. The secretion of this crucial mood enhancer is dependent entirely on a mineral rich diet and deficiencies can lead to debilitating disorders such as OCD. Magnesium, zinc and iron are crucial in the treatment of mood swings because they help the muscles relax, reducing cramping and pain that lower serotonin levels. Magnesium is the first mineral to be depleted when the body is under internal or external stress. It is also the first mineral to help recovery from mineral imbalances, stress, anxiety and panic disorders.

Reason #3: Electrolytes

Our Bodies are Electric and Need to be Recharged. A deficiency in mineral electrolytes can contribute to low energy, muscle cramping, tension, anxiety, heart disease, restless legs, low energy, compromised immunity, heartbeat irregularities, poor circulation, poor nerve response, acidic pH. It can also cause significant stress in the brain, nerves and muscular function. Electrolyte deficiencies can increase edema, bloating and water retention. A deficiency can also contribute to thyroid stress, creating thickening and coarsening of the skin, obesity, hair loss, sensitivity to the cold, muscle weakness, mental dullness, and circulation problems such as cold hands and feet. For more information on the "Body Electric" please view Dr. Tobin Watkinson's Seminar on Minerals at www.youtube.com Keyword: Dr. Tobin Watkinson Mineral

The Earth Summit Report of June 1992

The Earth Summit Report of June 1992

Continent % Depleted Over Past 100 Years

North America 85%

South America 76%

Asia 76%

Africa 74%

Europe 72%

Australia 55%