Key Micronutrients In a Teens Health

For a growing teenager, there are many micronutrients that play a vital role to orchestrate a range of psychological functions. Some of the main micronutrients that teens need are Calcium, Vitamin A, Zinc, Magnesium and Vitamin C.

Calcium is important for proper mineralization of growing bones, attainment of peak bone mass, and reduction of risk of bone fracture and osteoporosis in adulthood.

Vitamin A is essential for growth and development, normal vision, supporting normal reproductive function and immune function

                                      

Zinc is also essential for growth and development and immune function, as well as neurological function and reproduction. 

                                                    

Magnesium is important for structuring in bones, cell membranes and chromosomes. It is also required for various cellular processes, including ion transport across cell membranes, cell signaling, and cell migration.

Vitamin C a highly effective antioxidant and is important for skin, bones, connective tissue as well as growth and development.

                               

Sources: http://lpi.oregonstate.edu/infocenter/lifestages/adolescents/

http://learn.fi.edu/learn/brain/micro.html

http://cooking.info-hub.net/2013/03/a-high-calcium-diet-how-it-helps-and-what-to-eat/

http://healthfuldietandnutrition.com/2013/05/vitamin-a-rich-foods.html#.VIX2P2TF_Ak

http://blog.tranquilene.com/magnesium-for-stress-and-anxiety/

http://www.ministryofstrength.com.au/essential-vitamin-minerals-series-vitamin-c-2/