THE IMPORTANCE OF MINERALS

  Minerals are earth elements that are the very Foundation of Life!

• All forms of life require naturally-sourced, high quality minerals to support proper functioning of our bodies and promote optimal health
• They are the building blocks for nerve cells, brain, teeth, bones, blood, heart and muscle tissue
• Precursors of important enzymes and assist regulating millions of chemical and enzymatic reactions in the body
• Form powerful antioxidants (ex. SOD from Zinc, Copper and Manganese) which help neutralize free radicals that can cause damage to our cell membranes
• Essential in catalyzing a multitude of biochemical reactions in the body including transporting oxygen to each of our cells
• React with proteins and vitamins to regulate many physiological processes
• Required for proper neurological functioning and normal growth, development, maintenance and repair of bodily tissues
• Serve as electrolytes to help balance the body fluids
• Trace minerals are necessary for proper mitochondrial functioning and energy 

The world's current population is 

suffering from malnutrition largely due to the lack of essential trace minerals

• Since minerals cannot be produced in the body, we must absorb them from our food and water sources or in supplemental form
• Due to soil erosion, industrial pollution, acid rain and modern agricultural and farming practices, including chemical fertilizers and poor crop rotation, our soil has become so depleted that our crops can no longer provide the minerals our bodies need

The farm soils in most of the world's agricultural regions are deficient in almost 85% of  all minerals

• In addition, our food manufacturing and preparation practices contribute to the lack of healthy nutrients and minerals we require
• In 1948, 100 grams of spinach had 158 milligrams of iron. Today it is below 2.2 milligrams of iron!
•  Our water has also become depleted in minerals. Distilled water, although "purified,"  is dead water with no minerals at all and harmful chemicals like chlorine in our water supply deplete its mineral content

These deficiencies are further compounded by our stressful lifestyles, fast food choices, harvesting crops before they are ripe and microwaving our food

While the phrase: "You are what you eat" is true, however, the concept of "you are what you ABSORB," is even more accurate

• Most of the minerals in supplemental form are crushed up rocks that cannot be absorbed by the body and hence have no benefit
• Contributing factors to poor absorption also include an unhealthy gut microbiome, poor digestion, certain medications and too much liquids with meals which can deplete the enzymes and upset the stomach Ph
• One of the most bioavailable form of mineral supplements are in an ionic liquid solution
• Chelated minerals are attached to a protein which enhances their transportation into the bloodstream and boosts absorption
• Ionic minerals carry a (+) or (-) charge which allows them to readily bond with water molecules to be more easily distributed throughout the body
• Charged minerals, esp. electrolytes help to create electrical gradients across cell membranes to conduct and generate millions of tiny impulses, without which not a single muscle, including the heart, could function

There are 100 trace elements in our natural world, all of which are needed, however 21 minerals are considered essential for life - 7 Major Minerals and 14 Trace Minerals

Major Minerals - are required in amounts greater than 100 milligrams per day

     Calcium, Chloride, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium, Sodium, Sulfur

Minor or Trace Minerals - are required in amounts less than 100 milligrams per day

     Iron, Zinc, Selenium, Copper, Manganese, Chromium, Molybdenum, Nickel, Silicon, Cobalt

• In drinking water: add 1- 2 tsp of Super Mineral Water per gallon,  depending on water quality

• As a "Booster" to enhance one's overall health and well being - a more concentrated amount in 8 oz of water once a day for a week up to 10 days

• As a bath or hand/foot soak to help release accumulated toxins in the body and help with nail fungus
• To rinse fruits and veggies to help remove chemicals and pesticide residue
• As a topical spray on bites, stings, scratches, cuts, rashes, scrapes, sunburn, blemishes, age spots, itchy/scaly skin, wrinkles and under armpits for body odor, etc
• As a hair rinse
• For cooking
• For liquid drinks such as coffee and tea
• In water for pets and topically for skin issues
• In aquariums, fish bowls and koi ponds
• Carry in a small dropper bottle to purify water at a restaurant - 5 drops per glass
• Can use the mineral water in humidifiers and vaporizers
• To water houseplants and enhance the life of cut flower arrangements
• In diluted form as a mist for the eyes
• As a  full-strength spray in locker rooms and spa areas to retard mold and fungus growth
• In the super-concentrated agricultural form for gardening and to purify and clarify  ponds, as well as pools, hot tubs and jacuzzis without need of chlorine and harsh chemicals