MINERAL GUIDE: COBALT (Co), LITHIUM (Li) AND SELENIUM (Se)
Cobalt (Co)
Functions
Integral component of vitamin BJ2 and necessary for the synthesis of this vitamin. If cobalt is present in the system in needed amounts, vitamin В12 can be synthesized in the system. Aids in hemoglobin formation.
Deficiency symptoms
May lead to development of pernicious anemia.
Natural sources
Liver. All green, leafy vegetables.
RDA (Recommended Daily Allowances)
Not known. Needed in minute quantities.
Lithium (Li)
Functions
Involved in sodium metabolism and its transportation in nerves and muscles. Associated with function of the autonomic or involuntary nervous systems.
Deficiency symptoms
May lead to nervous and mental disorders, particularly paranoid schizophrenia.
Natural sources
Kelp, sea water, natural lithium-rich mineral springs.
RDA (Recommended Daily Allowances)
Not known. For therapeutic uses, lithium is available in tablet form, as lithium carbonate, on prescription. Can be highly toxic in overdoses.
Selenium (Se)
Functions
Antioxidant; its biological activity closely related to vitamin E. Has a "sparing" effect on the body's uses of vitamin E. Prevents the hemoglobin in red blood cells from being damaged by oxidation. Can help in regeneration of the liver after damage, especially by cirrhosis. May slow down the aging processes by an inhibiting action on formation of free radicals. Protects body from toxic damage by mercury poisoning. Is essential for the function of the enzyme glutathione peroxidase.
Deficiency symptoms
Liver damage, muscle degeneration, premature aging. Prolonged, severe deficiency may lead to development of cancer, especially in digestive and eliminative tract.
Natural sources
Brewer's yeast (not primary grown yeast), sea water, kelp, garlic, mushrooms, organically grown foods, seafood, milk, eggs, cereals and most vegetables.
RDA (Recommended Daily Allowances)
Not established. Toxic in overdoses.
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