Minerals A-Z

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• Iron Iron is an essential mineral for haemoglobin and oxygen transport; EFSA sets 11 mg a day for men and 16 mg for women who have periods.

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• Magnesium Magnesium is an essential mineral for muscles, nerves, bones and energy metabolism; EFSA sets 350 mg a day for men and 300 mg for women.

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• Zinc Zinc is an essential mineral for DNA synthesis, cell division and metabolism; EFSA sets 7.5-12.7 mg a day for women and 9.4-16.3 mg for men.