Do mineral deficiencies cause disease?

There is a close correlation between mineral deficiencies and disease. ¹  This is important to understand if you are trying to maintain or regain health.  Deficiencies in certain minerals can cause systems in the body to malfunction. ¹   For example, a zinc deficiency has been associated with Wilson’s Disease, which involves the dysfunction of the liver and the adrenals. ²  Research in this area is ongoing.

Disease causes mineral imbalances

Another perspective to consider is that a diseased or malfunctioning body can create mineral imbalances (including deficiencies). ³ For example, Crohn’s disease can cause mineral deficiencies. ⁴  Therefore people with chronic disease may have a higher requirement for minerals than that of a healthy person.

Minerals can help treat disease

It is now easy to see why minerals and elements are an important part of preventing and correcting disease.  Click on the link below to learn more about why T.J. Clarks liquid trace minerals are essential in maintaining and regaining health.

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4. Magnesium deficiency: A cause of tremors? Jerry Swanson, M.D. MayoClinic.com. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/magnesium-deficiency/AN01191