Micronutrients

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How does the assimilation of minerals and vitamins work?

The absorption of minerals and vitamins is a fundamental process for the proper functioning of our body. In fact, these micronutrients are essential for many vital functions: from energy supply and strengthening the immune system to the smooth functioning of our metabolism.

Our bodies can absorb most vitamins and minerals through food, but the effectiveness of this process depends on various factors, including:

  • The quality of the diet: A varied, fresh and balanced diet provides the necessary nutrients.
  • Gut health: A healthy, balanced gut is crucial for the production of essential micronutrients, such as certain vitamins, which are essential for the body’s wellbeing.
  • Digestive capacity: The integrity of the bacterial flora and the intestinal mucosa plays a key role in absorption. If this is impaired, assimilation is also impaired.
  • Food intolerances, sensitivities or allergies: These disorders severely restrict the absorption of certain micronutrients such as mineral salts, vitamins and secondary plant substances and have a negative impact on a person’s state of health.

How can the biochemical level be determined?

To know whether you are absorbing vitamins and minerals correctly, it is useful to determine your “biochemical level”, which provides information about the general state of nutrient levels in the body. can be done using the following methods:

  • Muscle test with applied kinesiology: It shows quickly and easily whether you are able to absorb certain substances and how high their levels are in your body.
  • Naturopathic assessment: In a naturopathic approach, observing symptoms such as fatigue, digestive problems or concentration difficulties can help to identify any deficiencies or imbalances.
  • Blood or urine analysis: a test carried out in a laboratory to determine the level of minerals and vitamins in the blood
  • Specific tests: e.g. mineralogical tests or hair analyses to determine the balance of mineral salts.
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