
Basic Minerals™, from Douglas Laboratories, is a
comprehensive mineral/trace element formula. Basic Minerals contains patented
mineral amino acid chelates from Albion Laboratories and other well tolerated
and highly absorbable mineral forms. Basic Minerals is iron-free, making it an
appropriate choice for those concerned about getting too much iron but who want
to supplement with a full-spectrum Minerals play a variety of essential roles
throughout the body. Some of the primary roles of each mineral include: Calcium is a principal mineral constituent of
bones and is thus essential for strong bones. Magnesium is involved in energy metabolism,
and is notably important in the heart, skeletal muscles, and nervous system.
Iodine is necessary for the synthesis of
thyroxin, the thyroid hormone that regulates the body’s metabolic rate. Zinc is important for growth, immune system
function, protein synthesis, antioxidant mechanisms, and wound healing. Selenium is an essential cofactor of
glutathione peroxidase, a potent antioxidant. Copper regulates iron metabolism and activates
superoxide dismutase, a powerful endogenous antioxidant. Manganese is essential for antioxidant systems
in the body, bone growth, fat metabolism, and protein, nucleic acid, and
cartilage synthesis. Chromium is required for normal blood sugar
and lipid metabolism; it is an integral component of glucose tolerance
factor (GTF). Molybdenum is involved in copper and iron
transport, nucleic acid synthesis, and sulfur metabolism. Potassium is involved in normal muscle tone,
nerve function, and many enzymes. Vanadium is active in lipid and glucose
metabolism. Boron is involved in steroid hormone
metabolism, cell membrane stability, and bone health. Basic Minerals may be used by individuals who want
to supplement with a complete array of minerals and trace elements. Individuals
who already take a Douglas Laboratories multiple vitamin-mineral-trace element
supplement do not generally need additional minerals. Three capsules twice daily with food, or as
directed by a physician. No adverse side effects have been reported. Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct
light. Keep out of reach of children. Ahsan SK. Magnesium and cardiovascular diseases. J Indian
Med Assoc. 1997;95(6):185-8. Anderson RA. Chromium as an essential nutrient for humans.
Regul Toxicol Pharmacol. 1997;26(1 Pt 2):S35-41. Chan S, et al. The role of copper, molybdenum, selenium, and
zinc in nutrition and health. Clin Lab Med. 1998;18(4):673-85. Combs GF Jr, et al. Chemopreventive agents: selenium.
Pharmacol Ther. 1998;79(3):179-92. Durlach J, et al. Magnesium status and ageing: an update.
Magnes Res. 1998;11(1):25-42. Furnee CA. Prevention and control of iodine deficiency: a
review of a study on the effectiveness of oral iodized oil in Malawi. Eur J
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enzymes. FEMS Microbiol Rev. 1998;22(5):489-501. Johnson MA, et al. Copper, iron, zinc, and manganese in
dietary supplements, infant formulas, and ready-to-eat breakfast cereals. Am
J Clin Nutr. 1998;67(5 Suppl):1035S-1040S. Klevay LM. Lack of a recommended dietary allowance for
copper may be hazardous to your health. J Am Coll Nutr. 1998;17(4):322-6.
Poucheret P, et al. Vanadium and diabetes. Mol Cell
Biochem. 1998;188(1-2):73-80. Prasad AS. Zinc and immunity. Mol Cell Biochem. 1998;188(1-
2):63-9. Rainey CJ, et al. Daily boron intake from the American diet.
J Am Diet Assoc. 1999;99(3):335-40. Reid IR. The roles of calcium and vitamin D in the
prevention of osteoporosis. Endocrinol Metab Clin North Am.
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health and disease. J Inherit Metab Dis. 1998;21(5):598-603. Whiting SJ, et al. Calcium supplementation. J Am Acad Nurse
Pract. 1997;9(4):187-92. 200 mcg 39 mcg 2 mg *These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug
Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or
prevent any disease.
Description
of other minerals and trace elements.Functions
Indications
Suggested Use
Side Effects/Warnings
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References:
Six capsules
contain:
Calcium (as calcium citrate)
400 mg
Iodine (from kelp)
150 mcg
Magnesium (as magnesium aspartate and
magnesium amino acid
chelate**)
400 mg
Zinc (as zinc amino acid chelate**)
20 mg
Selenium (as selenium
amino acid complex)
200 mcg
Copper (as copper amino
acid chelate**)
2 mg
Manganese (as manganese amino
acid chelate**)
20 mg
Chromium (as chromium
polynicotinate***)
Molybdenum (as molybdenum amino
acid chelate**)
150 mcg
Potassium (as potassium chloride)
99 mg
Vanadium (as vanadyl sulfate)
Boron (as boron aspartate-citrate)
**U.S. Patent No. 4,599,152 Albion
Laboratories.
***ChromeMate® brand of chromium
polynicotinate (niacin-bound
chromium) U.S. Patent No. 4,923,855
InterHealth Co.
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