About the key elements:

 

Silicon - Why you need it:

• Strengthens joints
• Strengthens connective tissues
• Strengthens bones

 What it does:

Silicon is a trace mineral required for the formation of healthy connective tissues, bone, skin, hair and nails.

Silicon is essential for collagen formation, healthy arteries and regulates calcium deposition in bones.

 Found in: beer, bananas, string beans, white bread

Boron - Why you need it:

•  Boosts vitamin D production
• Helps the body absorb Calcium & Magnesium

What it does:

Boron is needed for healthy bones because it helps boost the production of vitamin D.

Vitamin D is needed for the absorption of Calcium and Magnesium in the intestines, which are both essential for strong bone formation.

 Found in: apples, grapes, pears, avocados

 Zinc - Why you need it:

•  Helps make new cells and enzymes
• Helps us process carbohydrate, fat and protein in food
• Helps with the healing of wounds

 What it does:

Zinc is an essential trace element that is vital for growth and development.

Zinc is instrumental for the immune system, brain function and the ability to reproduce.

 Found in: red meat, whole grains, eggs, cheese

 MSM Sulphur - Why you need it:

•  Keeps joints healthy
• Helps to build cartilage
• Keeps tendons and ligaments healthy

 What it does:

Sulphur is essential to health.

It helps with all the above but is also vital for healthy connective tissues that contain collagen.

 Found in: eggs, meat, fish, garlic

 Selenium - Why you need it:

•  It is an antioxidant
• Boosts cell growth
• Regulates thyroid function

 What it does:

Selenium is needed for cell growth and the immune system as it helps to produce anti-bodies.

As an antioxidant it helps protect against a wide range of degenerative diseases, including arthritis.

 Found in: broccoli, mushrooms, cabbage, nuts

 Calcium - Why you need it:

• Builds strong bones and teeth
• Regulates muscle contractions, including heartbeat
• Ensures blood clots normally

 What it does:

Calcium is absorbed in the small intestine.

Most of the Calcium absorbed here goes straight into bones and teeth to keep them healthy and strong. The rest has a crucial role in blood clotting, muscle contraction, nerve conduction, the smooth functioning of the immune system and the production of energy.

Found in: dairy products, salmon, eggs, nuts and seeds

 Magnesium - Why you need it:

•  Good bone health
• To turn the food we eat into energy
• For the growth, formation and function of muscles

 What it does:

Magnesium regulates Calcium transport in the body and is important to prevent osteoporosis.

Magnesium also helps to maintain healthy tissues, especially those in muscles, blood vessels and nerves.

 Found in: nuts, brown rice, whole grains, bananas

L-Carnitine HCL - Why you need it:

• Essential for converting fat into energy
• Crosses the blood-brain barrier to support brain function
• Benefits male fertility.

What it does:

Helps increase energy levels, particularly during exercise. We can exercise harder, longer and feel more energised in recovery.

Benefits brain function, supporting mood, mental fatigue, and alertness.

Many studies link L-Carnitine with improved sperm quality in young men.

                     Found in: Red meat, poultry, fish, and dairy