Sources and Deficiency Diseases of Mineral Nutrients in Human Health and Nutrition: A Review

Gupta, Umesh C.; Gupta, Subhas C.

doi:10.1016/s1002-0160(13)60077-6

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“…Mineral nutrients are also essential to every form of life (Gupta and Gupta 2014). For example, humans require large amounts of calcium (1200 mg/day), potassium (1600-2000 mg/day), phosphorous (800-1200 mg/ day), sodium (500-635 mg/day), magnesium (280-350 mg/day), iron (10-30 mg/day), zinc (12-16 mg/day) and manganese (2-5 mg/day), as well as low concentrations of trace elements (McDowell 1992).…”

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“…Based on the average mineral nutrient concentrations in maize (McDowell 1992) and Brazilian consumption statistics, maize accounts for approximately 1.2% of calcium, 11.6-17.5% of phosphorous, 9-11.2% of potassium, 5.6-17% of iron, 5-12.5% of manganese and 4.3-5.7% of zinc consumed daily. The lack of mineral elements negatively impacts bone and teeth hardness and affects metabolic parameters, such as enzyme systems and organic molecules (Gupta and Gupta 2014). Therefore, mineral deficiencies are less likely when a variety of food or feeds are available for both humans and animals (McDowell 1992).…”

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Soluble amino acid profile, mineral nutrient and carbohydrate content of maize kernels harvested from plants submitted to ascorbic acid seed priming

Alcântara¹,

Rizzi²,

Gaziola³

et al. 2017

An. Acad. Bras. Ciênc.

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Both the scientific community and society have shown interest in improving the content of amino acids, carbohydrates and mineral nutrients in maize because it represents an important staple food in many developing countries. Earlier studies demonstrated that the treatment of seeds using ascorbic acid (AsAseed priming) enhanced soluble carbohydrates, proteins and soluble amino acids for other species. AsA seed priming in maize showed the potential for reducing abiotic stresses. The effects on grain quality have not been previously demonstrated. This study investigated the impacts of AsA seed priming on maize kernel quality of seeds produced by the plants generated from the primed seeds, based on the amino acid profile and carbohydrate and mineral nutrient contents. AsA seed priming improved the maize kernel quality with respect to the ascorbate content, boron allocation, total carbohydrate content and increased soluble amino acid levels, including serine, tyrosine, alanine, valine, glutamate, arginine, proline, aspartate, lysine and isoleucine, whereas soluble methionine was decreased. Therefore, AsA seed priming can represent a potential technique for improving maize grain quality.

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Soluble amino acid profile, mineral nutrient and carbohydrate content of maize kernels harvested from plants submitted to ascorbic acid seed priming

Alcântara¹,

Rizzi²,

Gaziola³

et al. 2017

An. Acad. Bras. Ciênc.

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“…In addition to its role as a constituent of bones and teeth, P is a component of adenosine triphosphate, phosphorylated metabolic intermediates, and nucleic acids, playing an important role in essential metabolisms (Soetan et al, 2010). Mg is an important component of a number of enzyme systems, and Mg deficiency may result in depression and related mental health problems (U. C. Gupta & S. C. Gupta, 2014). Mn also plays a role in a few enzyme systems and metabolisms in addition to its role in bone health (Soetan et al, 2010).…”

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“…Minerals are present in all body tissues and fluids, and they are necessary for proper physicochemical processes (Soetan et al, 2010). Depending on their requirement, minerals can be classified as either macro-or trace minerals (U. C. Gupta & S. C. Gupta, 2014). Some minerals are classified as essential, and insufficient intake of essential minerals can result in major health problems, especially for infants and pregnant women (Gernand et al, 2016).…”

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Environmental and Genetic Variation in Essential Mineral Nutrients and Nutritional Value Among Brassica Vegetables

Kim¹,

Simpson²,

Chiu³

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Dietary minerals play an important role in human nutrition and proper metabolism. We grew various Brassica crops under field conditions in 2012 and 2013 and analyzed 8 essential minerals from edible tissues of those crops. Among the investigated crops, pak choi (Brassica rapa), mustard greens (B. juncea; B. nigra), and komatsuna (B. rapa) were generally high in most minerals, according to dry weight-based concentrations. The percentage recommended daily intake (RDA) or adequate intake (AI) values, calculated using fresh weight-based concentrations, suggest that Brassica vegetables are a good source of iron, calcium, and manganese, providing > 20% of %RDA/AI depending on crop. Kale (B. oleracea; B. napus) was generally higher in %RDA/AI, in particular for calcium (Ca), phosphorous (P), magnesium (Mg), and manganese (Mn). From the 2-year study, days to harvest, growing degree days, total solar radiation, and total precipitation and evaporation were found to affect the concentration of Ca, P, Ma, and Me. The results of this study provide a direct comparison of the mineral composition of various Brassica crops grown under the same conditions and will help consumers' food choice for better nutritional value.

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“…They play a critical role in the formation of skeletal structure, serving as essential co-factors for a number of enzymes and used for the utilization of nutrients and enzymes responsible for digestion and absorption [42]. Minerals are classified into three categories such as major, secondary and micro or trace minerals.…”

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Studies on Nutritional Profile and Antioxidant Potential of Different Dioscorea Sp With Plectranthus Rotundifolius

Joy¹,

Siddhuraju

2017

Int J Curr Pharm Sci

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Objective: Protection from oxidative damage to the tissues is provided by natural or synthetic antioxidants. Because of the multiple mechanisms of actions and presence of various phytochemicals, plant-based antioxidants are preferred. Dioscorea is well known as a traditional edible tuber. The present study was undertaken to explore and highlights the nutritional benefits and to evaluate the in vitro antioxidant and free radical scavenging capacity of ethanolic extract of three different underutilised Dioscorea species (D. alata, D. pentaphylla and D. oppositifolia) with a common cultivated crop, Plectranthus rotundifolius.Methods: Different processing methods are adopted to assess their influence on nutritive value and antioxidant properties. Tubers were studied for proximate composition using standard analytical methods. Mineral elements were analysed using ICP-MS (Inductively Coupled Plasma-Mass Spectrometer). Antioxidant potential of raw and processed samples was determined using a range of in vitro models. Results:The presence of essential minerals such as Na, K, Ca, P, Zn and Mn were observed. High radical scavenging activity was observed in the tubers of Dioscorea. Results indicated that phenolic compounds are the significant contributors to the antioxidant activity. Conclusion:Current study suggests that Dioscorea might be a promising natural antioxidant and could be very useful health food, as they enhance the antioxidant defence system. It also proposes that underutilized tubers can efficiently contribute to the nutritional requirement and food security.

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Sources and Deficiency Diseases of Mineral Nutrients in Human Health and Nutrition: A Review

Cited by 189 publications

References 152 publications

Soluble amino acid profile, mineral nutrient and carbohydrate content of maize kernels harvested from plants submitted to ascorbic acid seed priming

Soluble amino acid profile, mineral nutrient and carbohydrate content of maize kernels harvested from plants submitted to ascorbic acid seed priming

Environmental and Genetic Variation in Essential Mineral Nutrients and Nutritional Value Among Brassica Vegetables

Studies on Nutritional Profile and Antioxidant Potential of Different Dioscorea Sp With Plectranthus Rotundifolius

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