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Minerals are divided into two groups based upon the dietary level needed. Micro- minerals (trace minerals) are required in small amounts and are expressed as mg/kg

  • Cobalt
  • Selenium
  • Iodine
  • Choline
  • Iron

Cobalt

Function

Fibre digestion and structural component of vitamin B12 that is synthesized by bacteria found in the cecum and colon.

Selenium

Function

Selenium works jointly with vitamin E as an antioxidant to protect body tissue from damage. Selenium works inside the cell as part of an enzyme (glutathione peroxidase) to prevent the formation of