You’re So Metal
These are just some of the metals your body needs for good health and what they do in there.
Sunday
Copper is involved in your body’s energy production, neurotransmitter synthesis, bone, organ, and connective tissue maintenance, iron metabolism and red blood cell production, and immune system function, among other things.
Monday
Chromium assists in both regulating blood sugar and helping your body get energy from that blood sugar.
Tuesday
Zinc is needed for wound healing, fetal development, bone growth, fighting germs, insulin, testosterone, and sperm production, as well as tasting and smelling.
Wednesday
Manganese plays a role in blood clotting, bone formation, reproduction, immunity, metabolism, blood sugar regulation, brain and nerve function.
Thursday
Molybdenum, as a part of helpful enzymes, helps your body metabolize protein and break down potentially harmful substances.
Friday
Potassium is important for nerve and muscle function, nutrient and waste transport into and out of cells, and sodium regulation.
Saturday
Magnesium helps keep your heartbeat steady, bones strong, muscles contracting, blood sugar regulated, and about 300 other important functions in your body.