Recognition of the importance of the minerals required for perfect health is so new that few textbooks contain much about it. It is now believed that at least 24 elements are essential to living matter. Deficiency symptoms occur when there is a lack of these minerals and are then resolved when proper balance is achieved. Minerals are essential to physical and mental health. They are a basic part of all cells, particularly blood, nerve, muscle, bones, teeth, and soft tissue.

Electrolyte minerals (sodium, potassium, and chloride) are essential for functional support and help regulate the fluid and acid-base balance of our bodies, while other minerals are part of enzymes that catalyze biochemical reactions and aid energy production, metabolism, nerve transmission, muscle contraction, and cell permeability. Carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, and minerals are the building blocks of our diet and provide the fuel (or source of energy) to maintain life and promote cell and tissue growth and other biochemical support. Minerals contain no calories or energy themselves but assist the body in energy production.

Minerals (or elements) come from the earth and eventually return to the earth and can most simply be defined as chemical molecules that cannot be reduced to simpler substances. They exist in their inorganic state in the soil and in their organic state as the basic constituent of all living matter. The main elements essential to health, each of which makes up more than 0.01% of total body weight, are termed macrominerals (calcium, phosphorus, chlorine, potassium, sulfur, sodium, magnesium, and silicon). The next group of elements, termed micro minerals or trace minerals, each of which constitute less than 0.01% of total body weight though found only in minute amounts, are also essential to health (iron, copper, zinc, iodine, cobalt, bromide, boron, manganese, selenium, fluorine, molybdenum, vanadium, arsenic, and chromium). Other elements contained in the body include some of the toxic metals (lead, aluminum, cadmium, and mercury).

Any element found to occur naturally in soil or plants is organic – it was there long before man. When man refines out these minerals to use in food products, etc., it changes from an organic and natural form to a synthetic one. All trace elements are needed (and even required) to sustain human life, but only in trace amounts. Anything in excess is to be avoided whether natural or synthetic.

Metal poisoning from too much of a mineral primarily affects the metabolic enzymes, brain and nervous system, but can affect many other bodily functions as well. In addition to the toxic metals, some essential elements such as copper, iodine, selenium, chromium, iron, and calcium are more likely than other minerals to cause health problems when high levels are present in the body as a result of excessive intake or reduced ability to eliminate them. Although your body can manufacture some vitamins, it cannot make minerals; thus, a deficiency of minerals is more common than a deficiency of vitamins. Minerals are harder to extract from food complexes during digestion and there is more mineral “uptake” competition compared to vitamins.

What Makes Our Minerals Unique

Our mineral dietary supplements are the purest minerals available on the market (up to 99.99% pure) and are made with the purest water (a special purification process assures absolutely pure water) – nothing more, nothing less. Each individual mineral is “processed” in a manner unique to that particular mineral; that process duplicates nature’s method of turning minerals from the earth into a form usable by man. The product contains no fillers, binders, preservatives, or chemicals – only the purest minerals in an ionic, water-soluble solution that the body can completely absorb and use. Each of our products has a harmonious relationship with other elements; in other words, our products all work synergistically with our other products and with the natural minerals we get from pure food sources.

In the same way our bodies are not designed to ingest and assimilate inferior foods, our bodies do not thrive on pharmaceutical drugs created in a laboratory. Drugs are not structured or evolved for compatibility with the human organism. More often than not, drugs cause side effects that range from uncomfortable, to severe, to lethal. Since every disease takes time to develop, eliminating disease takes time too. Hering’s Law of Cure states: “When we use the drugless healing arts, all illness is reversed and we go through a remission period in which we pick up again our old troubles. Thus gradually, we reverse from the chronic stage of disease toward good health by entering a healing crisis when an acute stage has been reached, often the discharge stage.” Remember, as with everything in life, balance is important. Inadequate or excessive production or supply of the essential nutrients required for proper body function can result in physiological imbalance leading to a wide variety of disease states. The importance of nutritional supplements is widely recognized in the scientific community and among nutritionally oriented physicians, but it is important to remember that nutritional supplementation should be considered part of a long-term health program, not a quick fix. After taking our products, some people feel a difference within 48 hours while others find it takes longer to recognize a change. Ultimately, most people feel increased energy, an improved sense of well-being, and get sick less often.

We need to return to a simpler, more natural way of life. Eat plenty of fresh vegetables, fruits, nuts, berries, herbs, and, when available, organically raised beef, lamb, chicken, and fish. Finally, an abundance of fresh air and sunshine, exercise, adequate rest and plenty of water should help restore us all to good health.

Our minerals do not have to be refrigerated – they last indefinitely. We do not recommend mixing the various minerals together to store them, although it is fine to put them in the same container and then drink them. For reference, here are some useful measurement equivalents:

• 1 gallon = 128 ounces = 256 tablespoons = 768 teaspoons
• 1 quart = 64 tablespoons = 192 teaspoons
• 1 pint = 32 tablespoons = 96 teaspoons
• 3 teaspoons = 1 tablespoon ≈ 15 mL
• 2 tablespoons = 1 ounce

Minerals

† Minerals marked with this symbol are also available in a four-times concentrate (“4X” or Extra Strength).

Boron

30 +/- parts per million

Boron is said to enhance estrogen’s role in building bones by helping convert Vitamin D into the active form necessary for the absorption of calcium. It is essential to bone metabolism and calcification of bones, helping prevent osteoporosis, arthritis, and tooth decay. Boron is also necessary for cartilage formation and repair; it affects calcium, magnesium, and phosphorus levels. Memory and brain function can be improved with boron, and it plays a role in regulating the hormones, both estrogen and testosterone. Some research shows that boron improves libido. A boron deficiency can cause weak and fragile cell walls. Boron is stored in the parathyroid glands.

Symptoms of boron deficiency:

• Arthritis
• Brittle bones
• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
• Degenerative joint disease
• Hormonal imbalance
• Loss of libido
• Memory loss
• Muscle pain
• Osteoporosis
• Receding gums
• Weak cartilage

Natural sources: whole grains, nuts, seeds, apples, pears, grapes, leafy greens.

Calcium†

2,500 +/- parts per million

Calcium is one of the most essential of the major biochemical elements needed in human nutrition. It is needed in every organ of the body, including the brain. Calcium is called the “knitter” because it promotes healing (or “knitting”) everywhere in the body. It is valuable for tone, power, strength, longevity, vitality and endurance; for healing of wounds; for counteracting acids*; and for helping regulate metabolism. Because it is used in almost every bodily function, calcium is commonly deficient in our diets. It is one of the first elements to go out of balance when the diet is inadequate. Magnesium, boron, and Vitamin D increase calcium absorption, while sodium helps keep calcium in soluble form in the body (it must be water-soluble to be usable). Calcium raises the body’s resistance to viruses, parasites, bacteria, and cancer. A lack of calcium leads to a host of diseases and degenerative conditions. Pure water-soluble calcium serves a two-fold purpose: it helps reverse symptoms caused by a buildup of compounded calcium (like kidney stones, gallstones, arthritis, and high cholesterol), and helps reverse conditions caused by a deficiency of calcium (like acidosis and osteoporosis). A high incidence of cavities or white spots on fingernails indicates a calcium deficiency. This mineral is necessary to regain the proper pH balance. Calcium is stored in the blood and teeth as well as in the nerves, muscles and tissues.

Some symptoms of calcium deficiency:

• Acne
• Acidosis
• Arthritis
• Asthma
• Attention Deficit Disorder (A.D.D.)
• Bell’s Palsy
• Cancer
• Cataracts
• Cavities
• Cramps
• Common cold
• Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
• Enlarged heart
• Fibromyalgia
• Gallstones

Natural sources: bran, cheese, raw milk, figs, prunes, dates, onions, vegetable greens, kidney and soybeans, lentils, molasses, shellfish.

NOTE: Refined sugar and foods high in oxalic acid (spinach, cranberries, and rhubarb) leach calcium from the body

Chromium†

300 +/- parts per million

Chromium is one mineral not easily absorbed by the body. A deficiency of chromium is a major factor in the development of heart disease (heart attacks, hardening of the arteries). Chromium plays an important role in the liver’s synthesis of fatty acids (it helps burn fat), and helps the body regulate metabolism, insulin, and blood sugar levels. Chromium helps the body lose weight by stimulating enzymes* that metabolize glucose for energy. If a body is chromium-deficient, it takes twice as long for insulin to remove glucose from the blood. Chromium enhances insulin performance and glucose utilization and helps carry proteins. It works best if taken before meals. Refined sugar causes the body to deplete chromium more rapidly, and strenuous exercise can also deplete chromium levels. The elderly are unable to store as much chromium in the body as younger people. Refining of starches and carbohydrates robs foods of this mineral. For some reason, American soil is chromium-deficient when compared to European soil. Chromium is stored principally in the kidneys, spleen, and testes, with trace amounts found in the heart, lungs, pancreas, and brain.

Some symptoms of chromium deficiency:

• Anxiety
• Attention Deficit Disorder (A.D.D.)
• Aortic cholesterol plaque
• Arteriosclerosis
• Bipolar disorder
• Coronary blood vessel disease
• Depression
• Diabetes
• High blood cholesterol
• Hyperinsulinism
• Hypoglycemia
• Hyperactivity
• Impaired growth
• Infertility (decreased sperm count)
• Obesity
• Pre-diabetes
• Peripheral neuropathy

Natural sources: corn oil, cloves, whole grain cereals, meat, and brewer’s yeast.

See the books section for the following title: The Enzyme Cure by Lita Lee, Ph.D.

Cobalt

200 +/- parts per million

Although the body only needs a small amount of cobalt, it is an essential mineral. Research indicates that cobalt helps with the repair of the myelin sheath, increases the effectiveness of glucose transport from the blood into body cells, and increases the assimilation of iron and the building of red blood cells. An important agent of Vitamin B-12, cobalt increases the body’s ability to absorb this vitamin. Cobalt stimulates many enzymes* of the body and normalizes the performance of other body cells. Because of its low absorption rate and high excretion rate, cobalt toxicity is not common, but an excess can lead to enlargement of the thyroid gland. Cobalt is stored in red blood cells with smaller amounts in the kidney, liver, pancreas, and spleen.

Some symptoms of cobalt deficiency:

• Digestive disorders
• Fatigue
• Myelin sheath damage
• Nerve damage
• Pernicious anemia
• Poor circulation
• Slow or retarded growth rate

Natural sources: raw milk, goat milk, meats, apricots, and sea vegetables.

See the books section for the following title: The Enzyme Cure by Lita Lee, Ph.D.

Copper†

100 +/- parts per million

Copper increases iron assimilation, the two working together in the formation of hemoglobin and red blood cells. In fact, anemia can be a copper deficiency symptom. Various enzyme* reactions require copper. Copper influences protein metabolism and general healing, improves Vitamin C oxidation and is integral in the formation of RNA. Low or high copper levels can be found in those with mental and emotional problems. Copper helps rid the body of parasites*, and is beneficial for graying and thinning hair. An excess of this mineral is not common because only a small percentage is assimilated; however, toxicity problems can present serious disease states. Copper is most concentrated in the liver, heart, kidneys, brain, bones, and muscles and is essential in the blood; trace amounts are present in all body tissues.

Some symptoms of copper deficiency:

• Allergies
• Anemia
• Aneurysm
• Arthritis
• Dry, brittle hair
• Edema
• Gulf War Syndrome
• Hernias
• High blood cholesterol
• Hyperthyroid or Hypothyroid conditions
• Hair loss / Baldness
• Heart disease
• Kawasaki disease
• Liver cirrhosis
• Osteoporosis
• Oppressed breathing
• Parasites
• Parkinson’s disease
• Reduced glucose tolerance
• Ruptured disc
• Skin eruptions or sores
• Varicose veins
• White or gray hair
• Wrinkled skin

Natural sources: liver, whole grain cereals, almonds, green leafy vegetables, and seafood.

See the books section for the following titles: The Enzyme Cure by Lita Lee, Ph.D.; Guess What Came to Dinner by Ann Louise Gittleman.

Germanium

50 +/- parts per million

Germanium, one of the most dynamic new discoveries in the realm of trace elements, is necessary for optimum nutritional health. Although still being researched for all its possible applications, germanium has been found to raise the activity level of various organs by facilitating oxygen uptake, helping expel harmful pollutants, and arresting germ activity. Germanium also is believed to act as an anti-cancer agent; it has proved effective in viral, bacterial, and fungal infections and is known to stimulate production of natural killer cells and T-suppressor cells. A poor immune system and low energy indicate Germanium deficiencies.

Some symptoms of germanium deficiency:

• Asthma
• Cancer (breast, lung, bladder)
• Cardiac insufficiency
• Hepatic cirrhosis
• Hypertension
• Leukemia
• Neuralgia
• Nephritis
• Neurotic disorders
• Softening of brain tissue

Natural sources: garlic, ginseng, aloe vera, comfrey, all chlorophyll-rich foods, shiitake mushrooms, and healing herbs.

Gold

50 +/- parts per million

Gold promotes a general euphoric feeling (helps the body relax), enhances the body’s natural defenses against illness, and promotes vitality and longevity. Gold has been found to improve glandular function. Some people report that after taking gold for an extended period of time, it appears to raise their energy levels. It is believed that gold helps repair damaged DNA. Effective against joint inflammation, gold, when used with aspirin for arthritis, relieves pain. (Gold is not an analgesic but may have anti-inflammatory effects.)

Some symptoms of a gold deficiency:

• Arthritis
• Brain dysfunction
• Chills
• Cancer
• Circulatory disorders
• Depression
• Digestive disorders
• Drug/alcohol addiction
• Gland dysfunction
• Heat flashes
• Insomnia
• Joint inflammation
• Night sweats
• Neutralizes fluoride poisoning*
• Obesity
• Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

See the books section for the following title: Fluoride–The Aging Factor by Dr. John Yiamouyiannis.

Indium

80 +/- parts per million

Indium is a rare trace (or micro) mineral believed to support several hormonal systems in the body and may elevate immune activity and reduce the severity and duration of a plethora of human conditions. It is believed that indium may provide aid to the hypothalamus and pituitary glands. These two master hormone producers have the job of maintaining optimal output of hormones for the body. Once this stasis is achieved, many other hormone producers become stimulated, causing a domino effect and helping retard aging and various health problems.

Indium seems to enhance food and mineral absorption by the body. It even has been found to aid in the utilization of other essential trace elements. It is not found in food or water; in fact, although it is not ordinarily found in the human body at all after ~25–30 years of age, those people taking indium experience beneficial results immediately. Some of the short-term benefits reported by many indium users include increased energy, an enhanced sense of well-being — the so-called “indium high” — and a reduced need for sleep. Long-term benefits of indium include (but are not limited to) a gradual correction of many chronic illnesses such as ADD, improved blood pressure, stress-related problems, healthier body weight, autism, and a reversal of visible signs of aging. It is believed that when taking indium one feels rejuvenated and energized because the hormonal system is working better.

Some symptoms of an indium deficiency:

• Cancer
• Depression
• Lack of energy
• Some glandular disorders
• Obesity

NOTE: There are no sulfates in this product. Do not take with food. Not for use on broken skin or in the eyes.

Iodine

15 +/- parts per million

Iodine, called the “metabolizer,” is one of the most vital of the biochemical elements and has one of the highest vibratory frequency rates of all elements. It mainly affects the thyroid, which controls many important functions. Iodine restores heat and assists calcium in the repairing and building of tissue in the body. The thyroid gland secretes iodine. Hormones produced by the thyroid regulate and control the metabolism of the body, increasing the assimilation of salts. These hormones also control digestion, heart rate, body temperature, nervous system, reproductive system, and body weight. Iodine protects the brain by destroying harmful toxins there and helps neutralize toxins elsewhere in the body. Iodine aids the assimilation of calcium and silicon.

Although a regular elevated intake of iodine would be required to produce iodine toxicity, allergic reactions to this mineral occur occasionally, manifesting as skin rashes or acne. Iodine is stored primarily in the thyroid and in smaller amounts in the muscles, skin, and bones.

Some symptoms of iodine deficiency:

• Cretinism
• Depression
• Frustration
• Goiter
• Hormonal imbalance
• Hyperthyroidism or Hypothyroidism
• Lethargy
• Miscarriages
• Scaly or dry skin
• Sterility or infertility

Natural sources: seafood, kelp, eggs, papaya, mango, pineapple, dulse (seaweed).

Iron

75 +/- parts per million

Iron is called the “energy giver.” It attracts oxygen and builds blood. Along with manganese and copper, it is necessary for healthy blood chemistry and is essential for recovery from illness. Iron is one of the most common deficiencies in men as well as women, although women require more iron than men because of losses that occur during the menstrual cycle. Without sufficient iron, the body cannot manufacture enough new hemoglobin, the red cell protein that transports oxygen in blood. Iron helps the body rid itself of carbon dioxide and keeps liver tissue soft. Iron combines with other nutrients to produce vital blood proteins and is involved in food metabolism, digestion, elimination, circulation, and helps maintain sufficiently high blood pressure. Vitamin C improves its absorption. Absorption of iron from food usually ranges from 5–15%, thus showing the need for supplementation. Iron is stored in the blood, bone marrow, liver, and spleen, with trace amounts in every organ.

Some symptoms of an iron deficiency:

• Anemia
• Anorexia
• Brittle nails
• Constipation
• Depression
• Dizziness
• Dysphagia (difficulty swallowing)
• Fatigue / Lack of stamina
• Fragile bones
• Hair loss
• Headaches
• Ice eating (pica)
• Unnaturally pale skin

Natural sources: leafy greens (chlorophyll-rich foods), high-iron fruits, dark.

Lithium

30 +/- parts per million

Lithium is a trace element that may be useful in treating alcoholism, manic depression, and mental instability. We do not recommend our lithium mineral water for common or everyday use. Unlike our other mineral waters, lithium could have serious side effects. We believe that water-soluble elemental lithium does not have the side effects commonly associated with lithium compounds available from other sources. It has been added to our line of minerals at the request of numerous health care professionals. We suggest that you take this mineral only under the supervision of your health care professional.

Magnesium†

2,000 +/- parts per million

Magnesium is a natural tranquilizer. It is called the “anti-stress mineral” because it aids in relaxing nerves and relieving tension. It also assists digestion, activates enzymes* important for protein and carbohydrate metabolism, and modulates the electrical potential across all cell membranes. Magnesium is important in muscle contraction and relaxation, the production and transfer of energy, and in nerve conduction. It also aids regularity, is necessary to keep vertebrae in their proper position, induces restful sleep, purifies and purges body tissues (combats acids*, toxins, gases, impurities, and neutralizes poisons), and lowers fever. Magnesium is stored in the bowel, nerves, and ligaments.

Some symptoms of magnesium deficiency:

• Asthma
• Anorexia
• Cramps
• Convulsions
• Calcification of organs
• Calcification of small arteries
• Depression
• ECG (electrocardiogram) changes
• Growth failure
• Headaches
• Kidney stones
• Malignant calcification of tissue
• Migraines
• Muscular weakness
• Muscle tremors
• Muscle tics
• Myocardial infarction (heart attack)
• Neuromuscular problems
• PMS
• Vertigo (dizziness)
• Wrinkles

Natural sources: chlorophyll, nuts, whole grains, unpolished rice, wheat germ, and green vegetables.

See the books section for the following titles: The Enzyme Cure by Lita Lee, Ph.D.; Death by Diet by Robert R. Barefoot; Reverse Aging by Sang Whang.

Manganese†

100 +/- parts per million

Known as the “brain mineral,” manganese is important in the utilization of all mental facilities and functions. It aids memory and other brain and nerve faculties and also increases resistance and recuperative ability. Like iron, manganese aids in oxygen transfer from lungs to cells. Though only found in trace amounts in the body, good health is impossible without manganese.

Manganese strengthens tendons, tissues, ligaments, and linings in and outside of organs – “If the human body is well supplied with it (manganese), various tissues, cells and nerves become more ductile, tensile, and elastic” (The Chemistry of Man by Bernard Jensen). Manganese makes up a part of molecules known as mucopolysaccharides, which are used to form collagen – the strong, fibrous connective material that builds tissue, bone, and cartilage. This mesh of collagen is the framework on which calcium, magnesium, and other bone-hardening minerals are deposited. Deafness, if due to damage of the cartilage of the ear, can be partially attributed to a deficiency in manganese. Production of sex hormones is aided by manganese; it also helps the reproductive organs work properly because of its effect on tissues and nerves. The pain of menstrual cramps can be reduced through the use of manganese. Manganese is stored half in the bones and the remainder in the liver, pancreas, pituitary gland, and kidneys.

Some symptoms of manganese deficiency:

• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
• Deafness / Hearing problems (tinnitus)
• Depression
• Gout
• Infertility
• Lack of concentration / Memory loss / Mental confusion
• Loss of libido (in both sexes)
• Miscarriages or stillbirths
• Multiple Sclerosis
• Nerve problems
• PMS
• Poor muscle coordination
• Retarded or stunted growth
• Ringing in the ears
• Stiff tendons
• Stuttering
• Tremors

Natural sources: black walnuts; other raw nuts and seeds; pineapple; blueberries; avocado; cantaloupe; spinach; and the bran/germ of whole grains.

Molybdenum

50 +/- parts per million

Molybdenum is a little-known (though essential) trace mineral. It is instrumental in regulating pH* balance in the body. For each pH point increase (e.g. 6.1 to 6.2), the oxygen level is increased tenfold, boosting the metabolism and enhancing the body’s ability to burn fat. Although very small amounts are needed, molybdenum is a vital part of three important enzyme* systems and is necessary for the proper function of certain enzyme-dependent processes, including the metabolism of iron. When the iron stored in the liver is freed by the molybdenum-dependent enzymes, it then can carry oxygen to body cells and tissue.

Molybdenum works with these enzyme systems to help eliminate toxic nitrogen waste by turning it into uric acid. The uric acid then can be converted and more easily flushed out of the system. Molybdenum promotes general well-being, aids in carbohydrate metabolism, has proven itself useful in MSG (or other chemical) sensitivity, increases libido, and may enhance the effect of fluorine in tooth decay prevention (dental enamel is rich in molybdenum). It also induces sleep. Molybdenum has been found to interfere with the absorption of copper, so we recommend taking it at a different time than copper. Molybdenum is stored in the liver, bones, and kidneys.

Some symptoms of molybdenum deficiency:

• Acne
• AIDS
• Allergies
• Anemia
• Anthrax
• Asthma
• Athlete’s foot
• Bell’s Palsy
• Bladder infection
• Cancer
• Candidiasis (yeast infection)
• Canker sores
• Cavities
• Colds / Flu
• Contrail/Chemtrail exposure
• Cystic fibrosis
• Depression
• Diabetes
• E. coli infection
• Eczema
• Epstein-Barr virus
• Gout
• Gulf War Syndrome
• Hepatitis C
• Herpes simplex
• Impotency
• Insomnia
• Liver damage (cirrhosis)
• Lupus
• Lyme disease
• Multiple Sclerosis
• Obesity
• Parasites
• Prostate infection
• Ringworm
• Still’s disease (juvenile rheumatoid arthritis)
• *(See also: many of these conditions are associated with overall immune deficiency)

Natural sources: spinach and other leafy dark-green vegetables; cauliflower; whole grains such as oats, buckwheat, and wheat germ; potatoes; legumes (beans and peas); brewer’s yeast; and liver and organ meats.

See the books section for the following titles: The Enzyme Cure by Lita Lee, Ph.D.; Death by Diet by Robert R. Barefoot; Reverse Aging by Sang Whang.

Platinum

50 +/- parts per million

Platinum is used in the treatment of cancer and as a base in some chemotherapeutic treatments in conventional hospitals, although not in the proper (natural) form. In the early 1970s, platinum was used in the dye for certain women’s breast X-rays. Breast lumps reportedly began shrinking and even disappearing after use of the dye. Many believed the platinum in the dye caused the shrinkage and disappearance. Since then, platinum dye has been replaced with radioactive dyes. Platinum may be effective in killing disease-causing bacteria, fungi, viruses, and in helping boost the immune.

Some symptoms of platinum deficiency:

• Back pain
• Cancer
• Chronic fatigue
• Gland dysfunction
• Headaches
• Insomnia
• Loss of mental alertness
• Nerve damage
• Neuralgia
• PMS
• Poor concentration

(Note: “Deficiency” of platinum in the diet is not typically recognized in medical literature; the above relate to conditions platinum supplementation may address.)

Potassium

900 +/- parts per million

The “alkalizer”* mineral, potassium neutralizes acids and restores alkaline salts to the bloodstream. Potassium works with sodium in all cells (including at nerve synapses) to maintain or restore membrane potential and assist in metabolic processes. Potassium is critical to cardiovascular and nerve function, regulating the transfer of nutrients into cells and facilitating muscle energy. It also regulates water balance, assists recuperative powers, aids rheumatic or arthritic conditions (causing acids to leave the joints, easing stiffness), is vital for the elimination of wastes, is a natural pain desensitizer, helps control convulsions, headaches, and migraines, promotes faster healing of cuts, bruises and other injuries, and generally contributes to a sense of well-being. Potassium is stored in the muscles.

Some symptoms of a potassium deficiency:

• Bad circulation
• Bluish tint to skin
• Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
• Diabetes
• Earaches
• Edema
• Headaches
• Heart palpitations
• Hypertension
• Insomnia
• Intestinal pain
• Muscle weakness
• Oppressive breathing
• Pain in the eyes
• Prolapsed uterus
• Swollen glands
• Tissue anemia
• Water retention

Natural sources: leafy green vegetables, citrus fruits, bananas, black olives, potato peelings, beets, beans, kelp, whole grains, and seafood.

See the books section for the following titles: Death by Diet by Robert R. Barefoot; Reverse Aging by Sang Whang.

Selenium

75 +/- parts per million

Selenium is an essential trace mineral that works with Vitamin E in metabolic functions. It promotes normal body growth, enhances fertility, encourages tissue elasticity, and is a potent antioxidant that naturally reduces the retention of toxic metals in the body. Selenium is crucial for the proper functioning of the heart muscle, and there is evidence that it can help the body fight cancer. The people of Norfolk, England, are said to be among some of the longest-lived in the world. Scientists believe it is due to high concentrations of selenium in the soil. A low level of selenium in soil has long been associated with higher cancer rates. Selenium is stored in muscles and other tissues, as well as in the liver and kidneys.

Some symptoms of a selenium deficiency:

• Age/liver spots
• Alzheimer’s
• Anemia
• Cancer
• Cardiomyopathy (heart muscle disease)
• Cirrhosis of the liver
• Cystic fibrosis
• Fatigue
• Fibromyalgia
• Heart disease
• Hot flashes
• Immune deficiencies
• Infertility
• Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
• Muscular Dystrophy (MD)
• Muscular weakness
• Pancreatic atrophy
• Pancreatitis
• Parkinson’s Disease
• Premature aging
• Scoliosis
• Heart palpitations
• Sickle cell anemia
• HIV/AIDS
• Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)

Natural sources: organ meats (liver, kidney), seafood, whole grains, and many natural foods.

Silver†

100 +/- parts per million

Silver has been used for thousands of years for health care. It is believed that silver is a systemic disinfectant and works like a secondary immune system. Since silver only kills anaerobic (nitrogen-breathing) bacteria, the friendly bacteria in the digestive tract are immune to it because they are aerobic (oxygen-breathing). Silver also can neutralize sodium fluoride* poisoning.

“What we have actually done was rediscover the fact that silver killed bacteria, which had been known for centuries… When antibiotics were discovered, clinical uses for silver as an antibiotic were discarded.” – Dr. Robert O. Becker, M.D.

Symptoms of a silver deficiency (and some diseases where the use of silver may be beneficial):

• Anthrax
• Athlete’s foot
• Boils
• Candida (yeast infections)
• Cerebro-spinal meningitis
• Colitis
• Cystitis (bladder infection)
• Dermatitis
• Diphtheria
• Diplococcus (certain pneumonia bacteria)
• Dysentery
• E. coli
• Gonorrhea
• Impetigo
• Infection (recurrent or chronic)
• Influenza
• Intestinal troubles
• Pneumococcal infections
• Ringworm
• Shingles
• Staphylococci infections
• Streptococci (e.g. Strep throat)
• Tuberculosis
• Warts
• Whooping cough

See the books section for the following title: Fluoride–The Aging Factor by Dr. John Yiamouyiannis.

Sulfur†

900 +/- parts per million

Sulfur is the “heating mineral.” It aids every cell in the elimination of toxic substances through agitation. Sulfur aids enzyme* reactions and protein synthesis and is important in cellular respiration. It is the flexible bond that connects cells – the lubricant found between joints. A deficiency of water-soluble sulfur can lead to a variety of conditions ranging from skin irritations and rashes to total breakdown of cellular regeneration. Pain and inflammation associated with various muscle and skeletal disorders indicate a deficiency of sulfur.

It is believed that sulfur can repair the myelin sheath, the protector on the end of every nerve in the body. Damage to the myelin sheath causes the shaking condition in palsy, Multiple Sclerosis, Lorenzo’s Disease and many other disease conditions where motor functions are uncontrollable. Allergies to food and chronic or severe allergies to materials such as dust, pollen, wool, animal hair, feathers, etc., with symptoms ranging from respiratory congestion to inflammation, itching, and general discomfort, can be relieved with sulfur. It increases blood circulation, reduces back pain, relieves migraine headaches, promotes muscle healing, scavenges free radicals, beautifies the skin, controls acidity* in stomach ulcers, is important for carbohydrate metabolism, and speeds wound. Sulfur is stored in the brain, nerves, bowel, and liver, and in all body cells, especially skin, hair, and nails.

Some symptoms of sulfur deficiency:

• Acne
• Allergies (respiratory inflammation/irritation)
• Arthritis
• Asthma
• Back pain
• Circulatory problems
• Constipation
• Dry skin
• Free radical damage (oxidative stress)
• Infection
• Inflammation
• Migraine headaches
• Muscle pain
• Nerve disorders
• Skin disorders (rashes, eczema, etc.)
• Stress
• Urinary tract disorders
• Wrinkles
• Various muscle/skeletal disorders

Natural sources: kale, cabbage, cauliflower, horseradish, cranberries, meat, fish, egg yolks, onion, and garlic.

See the books section for the following titles: The Enzyme Cure by Lita Lee, Ph.D.; Death by Diet by Robert R. Barefoot; Reverse Aging by Sang Whang.

Vanadium†

300 +/- parts per million

Vanadium regulates the circulatory system, helps prevent excessive cholesterol deposits in blood vessels and cholesterol buildup in the central nervous system, lowers elevated blood sugar, and is believed to help reduce the incidence of heart attack. When used in combination with chromium, it is found to be very beneficial in dealing with mineral deficiencies found in diabetics and those with hypoglycemia.

It is estimated that 80 million Americans exhibit some of the characteristics of diabetes: insulin resistance, excess insulin release, high triglycerides, and high blood sugar. Chronic weight loss or gain, frequent urination, and chronic thirst are warning signs that are indicative of the possible onset of diabetes.

(No specific deficiency symptoms of vanadium have been conclusively identified, but it is being studied for its role in blood sugar regulation.)

VanChroZin

1,200 +/- parts per million

VanChroZin stands for the specialized mineral combination of Vanadium, Chromium, and Zinc. It incorporates the best qualities of each of these minerals. Designed for the mineral deficiencies found in diabetics and hypoglycemics, VanChroZin may be used for other deficiency disorders as well.

Below is a list of some conditions we believe our product may help:

• Hypoglycemia
• Diabetes
• Slow growth
• Increased infant mortality
• Hyperinsulinemia (chronically high insulin levels)
• Obesity
• Elevated cholesterol & triglycerides
• Pancreatic dysfunction
• Metabolic dysfunction

Zinc†

300 +/- parts per million

Zinc deficiency is common today due to the depletion of nutrients and minerals in our soil and losses associated with food processing. A deficiency of zinc can lead to a wide variety of degenerative diseases and illnesses. Zinc aids in the proper assimilation of vitamins; normal growth and development; maintenance of body tissues; sexual function; immune system support; chemical detoxification; and synthesis of DNA. It also helps reduce healing time both before and after surgery.

Zinc is anti-bacterial and anti-viral, and is found in all the body fluids, including the fluid in the eyes, lungs, nose, urine, and saliva. It is an antioxidant and must be in proper balance to assist some 25 enzymes* in various functions involving digestion, metabolism, and reproduction. In the 1800s, surgeons used zinc as an antiseptic/antibiotic. Lack of zinc in pregnant women can result in numerous birth defects. Because zinc moves through all the fluids in the body, it creates a defense against infection-causing bacteria and viruses trying to enter the body and stops bacterial and viral replication. Zinc is stored in the thyroid, pancreas, liver, kidneys, bones, voluntary muscles, prostate, sperm, skin, hair, nails, white blood corpuscles, and parts of the eyes.

Some symptoms of zinc deficiency:

• Acne
• Alcoholism
• Alzheimer’s disease
• Anemia
• Angina (chest pain)
• Anthrax
• Anorexia & Bulimia
• Birth defects (cleft lip, spina bifida, clubbed limbs, hiatal/umbilical hernias)
• Body odor
• Cavities
• Crohn’s disease
• Depression
• Diabetes
• Down’s Syndrome
• Eye diseases
• Free radical damage (oxidative stress)
• Hair loss
• Herpes
• Hypertension
• Infection susceptibility
• Infertility
• Loss of libido
• Loss of smell and taste
• Miscarriages
• Obesity
• PMS
• Stillbirths
• Thyroid disorders
• Urinary tract infections

Natural sources: oysters, red meat, liver, egg yolks, whole grains, nuts, legumes, poultry, seafood, brewer’s yeast, mushrooms.

See the books section for the following title: The Enzyme Cure by Lita Lee, Ph.D.