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There are very many types of minerals that the body requires and all in different amounts. Trace elements as the name suggests are the minerals which the body doesn't really need in abundance. We will look at fat soluble minerals in specific. This is because many bodybuilders especially the cutters end up with major mineral deficiencies without knowing how it happened.
Well, fat soluble minerals are absorbed into the body and then transported around the body using fat. So if your living off boiled food and avoiding anything that has the word fat attached to it including low fat foods, then you are putting your heal on the line. As much you may be doing this with the best of intentions, there are mineral such as iron that are crucial to your body and having a deficit can end up to be life threatening. Let's take a look at some of these so called fat soluble minerals.
1. Iron
This of cause had to be the top on the list. It forms a major element in the structure of hemoglobin and is therefore directly linked with the transportation of oxygen. It also produces energy and generally makes the body healthier. Deficiencies of iron can lead to anemia, fatigue, depression, low hemoglobin in the body and hence inadequate transportation of oxygen. If taken in excess the toxic effects include heart and liver damage.
2. Magnesium
It is one of the known natural performance enhancers. It is responsible for both energy and protein synthesis. Magnesium is lost through sweat and supplementation is very important especially to bodybuilders who are constantly sweating during their exercises. A deficiency will of cause lead to lower protein and energy levels but at the same time may cause depression, poor memory, hypertension and nerve dysfunction among other conditions. There are no known toxic effects but it is advised that f you have any heart or kidney problems to keep within the safe limits.
3. Calcium
It is used in the transportation of creatine and amino acids. It is also involved in muscular contraction as well as in the maintenance of a high bone density. Dairy products are the best sources of calcium just stick to the low fat if you are a cutter. Osteoporosis can occur due to a chronic deficiency. Bone mass may also reduce which will mean that your bones are weaker and you will be therefore more susceptible to injuries. Arthritis, eczema, convulsions, and rheuma are just some of the other effects that can occur. An excess of calcium may hinder the absorption of other minerals such as zinc and iron.
4. Chromium
it is one of the trace elements that the body simply has to have. It is used in sugar and fat metabolism which are processes that release energy. Diabetics are the ones who are at a higher risk of suffering from chromium deficiency. The effects of deficiency are anxiety, increased chances of contracting arteriosclerosis among other condition. if taken in excess, other elements will hinder it's absorption hence it will rarely reach a toxic level.
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