Macro and micronutrients and their functions

 

 

The diagram shows the regulation of elements by humic acids. Potassium (K) and magnesium (Mg) are completely released from the humic acid chelate and heavy and toxic metals (lead (Pb), cadmium (Cd), mercury (Hg) or aluminum (Al), etc.) are bound to the humic acid chelate. Other essential elements are released from humic acids only when the body needs them. Conversely, if they are in excess in the body, humic acids can adsorb them and so there is no risk of overdose with these minerals.

The diagram also shows how the individual elements interact and help each other. For example, cobalt (Co) helps iron (Fe) to form hemoglobin, vanadium (V) affects manganese (Mn) metabolism and plays a role in osteogenesis, or molybdenum (Mo) plays a role in copper (Cu) metabolism.

The detoxification of the body by humic acids lies in their natural affinity for heavy metals. When lighter elements are released from the humic acid molecule, the heavy metals present can be bound. Due to their binding ability, humic acids are able to tightly bind these heavy metals which are subsequently eliminated from the body (Ziółkowska, 2015; Vašková et al., 2020).

 

Humic acids provide you with what your body needs and eliminate the unnecessary.

Micro and macro elements in the body act as structural components of enzymes and as activators of enzymes. Lack of microelements or an excess of their antagonists impairs enzymatic activity. The source of microelements in the body is normally provided by a balanced diet. However, this source is often unsatisfactory because animal and plant foods have a microelement content that varies due to mineral variations in soils. (Wada, 2004)

Humic acids are carriers of microelements. They provide the most important physiological microelements and support their absorption into body tissues.

 

Potassium

Potassium (K) plays a primary role in the conduction of nerve impulses as well as in many other vital life processes. Potassium deficiency is rare and develops mainly as diuresis.

 

Magnesium

Magnesium (Mg) is a natural calcium antagonist that also affects the metabolism of phosphorus and sodium. It is a glycolysis activator and plays a key role in protein metabolism. It is a modifier of muscle activity and helps maintain circulatory balance. Convulsions are the most common disease associated with magnesium deficiency.

 

Iron

Iron (Fe) is responsible for the basic functions of oxygen carriers, hemoglobin and myoglobin and cytochromes - electron carriers. Iron deficiency anemia is a common disease with overt clinical signs such as fatigue, headache, oral and gingivitis, and loss of appetite. The presence or absence of other trace elements strongly affects the absorption of iron.

 

Zinc

Zinc (Zn) is found in the active sites of many enzymes. It is important in the synthesis of DNA and RNA as well as proteins. Sufficient zinc reduces the toxicity of lead and cadmium. Chronic zinc deficiency is associated with skin lesions, baldness, testicular dysgenesis, sexual retardation, liver and spleen problems, impaired growth, and delayed wound healing. Zinc levels may be reduced as a side effect of corticosteroid and / or diuretic therapy and long-term administration of oral contraceptives. Zinc deficiency is also common in patients with anemia, lung tumors and myocardial infarction.

 

Manganese

Manganese (Mn) is active in osteogenesis. Its intake is reduced by competitive calcium antagonism. Manganese plays a crucial role in maintaining the synthesis and integrity of biological membranes. Long-term manganese deficiency causes dermatitis, hair pigmentation disorders, impaired growth and infertility.

 

Copper

Copper (Cu) plays an important role in enzymatic processes, cellular respiration, hematopoiesis and catecholamine metabolism of the brain. Copper deficiency affects the reproductive process and is associated with anemia, spinal cord injury, growth retardation, brain dysfunction and myocardial degeneration.

 

Vanadium

Vanadium (V) affects manganese metabolism and plays a role in osteogenesis. Inhibits cholesterol synthesis.

 

Cobalt

Cobalt (Co) interferes with iron metabolism and increases the concentration of hemoglobin in erythrocytes. It is part of the enzymes lysine isomerase and glycerol b-dehydrogenase.

 

Molybdenum

Molybdenum (Mo) is contained in several enzymes that catalyze redox processes. It plays a role in copper metabolism and prevents the incorporation of tungsten, which competes with other necessary metals in the body.

 

Selenium

Selenium (Se) is an active ingredient in the enzyme glutathione peroxidase, which plays an important role in protecting the body from intracellular free radicals. Selenium deficiency affects muscle tissue and increases the carcinogenic effect of heavy metals such as lead in animals and possibly cadmium in humans. Sufficient selenium prevents cardiomyopathies, muscular dystrophy and cancer of the colon and rectum.

 

In cooperation with Dr. Rafael Pizarro Alvis

 

 

Literature

Vašková, J. et al. (2020) ‘Effect of humic acids on lead poisoning in bones and on a subcellular level in mitochondria’, Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 27(32), pp. 40679–40689. doi: 10.1007/s11356-020-10075-w.

Wada, O. (2004) ‘What are Trace Elements ? — Their deficiency and excess states’, Jpn Med Assoc J, p. 351.

Ziółkowska, A. (2015) ‘The role of humic substances in detoxification process of the environment’, Ochrona Srodowiska i Zasobów Naturalnych, 26(4), pp. 1–5. doi: 10.1515/oszn-2015-0013.