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Iron

Iron’s key function is carrying haemoglobin, the body’s main oxygen-transporting molecule, around the body.

Selenium

Selenium is an essential trace mineral needed in small daily amounts.

Vitamin A

Vitamin A is also known as retinol – so-called because of its importance in vision.

Vitamin B6

Vitamin B6 is otherwise known as pyridoxine. In fact, pyridoxine is not just one vitamin but a group of water-soluble compounds.

Vitamin C

Vitamin C is probably the most widely recognised of all vitamins. It is an essential nutrient that must be obtained from the diet.

A selection of dairy products

Vitamin D

Vitamin D is known as the ‘sunshine vitamin’ because it’s predominantly produced on the skin in the presence of sunlight.

Vitamin E

Vitamin E is a fat-soluble vitamin that is actually a family of compounds, the tocopherols, found in nature.

Zinc

Zinc is essential for many aspects of health, including childhood growth and development, sexual function and fertility, strong immunity, good eyesight and healthy hair, skin and nails.

Foods containing zinc

Mineral Health: Zinc

Although described as a trace mineral because it’s found in relatively small amounts in the human body, zinc is vitally important for an amazing number of functions. Find out everything you need to know about this...