Below you can find a list of all essential trace minerals and some key information about them. For details click on one of the trace mineral. Daily requirements are referenced for adults age 19-50 and listed as micrograms (mcg) or milligrams (mg). The first value is for men, the second for women. Keep in mind that daily requirements differ from person to person.
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| Name | Important for | Daily Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Cobalt | Red Blood Cell Production and Nervous System Health | 2.4 mcg / 2.4 mcg |
| Copper | Immune Function and Energy Production | 900 mcg / 900 mcg |
| Iodine | Thyroid Function and Metabolism | 150 mcg / 150 mcg |
| Iron | Oxygen Transport and Energy Production | 8 mg / 18 mg |
| Manganese | Bone Health and Metabolism | 2.3 mg / 1.8 mg |
| Molybdenum | Enzyme Function and Detoxification | 45 mcg / 45 mcg |
| Selenium | Antioxidant Defense and Thyroid Function | 55 mcg / 55 mcg |
| Zinc | Immune Function and Cellular Metabolism | 11 mg / 8 mg |