Aluminum
Aluminum is an essential micronutrient for the body.It is involved in the creation of bone and connective tissue, in the creation of skin, in the digestion of food, regulates the thyroid gland, promotes proper skeletal development (in children).Aluminum accumulates in the lungs, bone and epithelial tissues, brain, and liver.It is eliminated from the body with urine, feces, sweat and exhaled air.
Signs of Aluminum deficiency
Symptoms of aluminum deficiency: 1 stunted growth and development at an early age; 2 weak muscles, joints, and bones; 3 poor coordination; 4 premature birth and poor fetal development in pregnant women; 5 poor mental development.Aluminum deficiency in humans is very rare due to its prevalence as a chemical element.Crisis occurs at less than 1 mcg/day, which is almost impossible..
Signs of Aluminum excess
Main symptoms of aluminum overdose: 1 cough; 2 loss of appetite; 3 digestive disorders; 4 memory impairment; 5 nervousness; 6 constipation; 7 depression; 8 osteochondrosis; 9 rickets in children; 10 kidney dysfunction..
Main sources of Aluminum in nutrition
The leaders in aluminum content are: cereals (wheat, rice, oatmeal), carrots, potatoes, peas, white cabbage, Savoy cabbage, artichoke, topinambur, eggplant, avocados, kiwi, strawberries, apples, peaches and other vegetables, fruits and berries.
