Trace elements and health

Author: Wang San Gen
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Publish Date: 2004-08-01
Features: Modern civilization is rushing towards us in all directions, but the harm caused by the improper application of trace elements has not disappeared from our planet. In TV, newspapers, the internet, daily life, beside hospital beds, and during casual conversations, we often hear terms like iron deficiency anemia, lead poisoning, the comprehensive eradication of iodine deficiency, Keshan disease, and hyperthyroidism. All of these are related to the essential trace elements required by the human body. What are trace elements? Why do governments and scientists around the world place such importance on trace element deficiencies? Are all elements beneficial to health? What are the essential trace elements for the human body? What are their nutritional and health functions? This book integrates scientific knowledge about trace elements into vivid and interesting life stories, explaining in an easy-to-understand manner the important role trace elements play in our life processes, clarifying some misconceptions about their application, and answering common concerns.