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Trace Minerals Research was founded on sound science and the basic principle that continual research will produce higher quality products. It is with this commitment to research and to use science as a tool to explain nature that we present this small collection of recent research regarding trace elements.
Latest Research/Articles
Dr. Chris D. Meletis, N. D.
Director of Science and Research for Trace Minerals Research
Member of Science and Research Advisory Board for TMR
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Electrolytes
Electrolytes are the charged substances that result when a salt is dissolved in solution. The importance of Sodium, Chloride, Potassium, and Magnesium is discussed.
Minerals and Human Health
The rationale for optimal and balanced trace elements levels.
Boron
Boron is a light trace element that is turning out to be essential to human health and behavior.
Manganese
Only recently has it been discovered that manganese is vital to
human health, hence it is considered by many an essential trace
Chromium
Is chromium deficiency associated with atherosclerosis?
Selenium
Selenium was only officially recognized as an essential trace element
for human health in 1990.
Dr. Mildred Seelig M. D.
Metabolic Syndrome-X - A complex of common diseases.
Other Research Articles
Selenium may prevent female bladder cancer: Study
By Stephen Daniells
12/08/2008—Increased levels of selenium may reduce a woman’s risk of bladder cancer by 34 percent, according to a new study from the US.
Selenium supplements may boost heart health: Study
By Stephen Daniells
11/28/2008—Supplements of selenium may increase levels of an antioxidant enzyme with a reported role in cardiovascular prevention, according to a new study.
Selenium may ease onset of metabolic syndrome: Study
By Stephen Daniells
11/21/2008—An increased intake of selenium may decrease risk factors for metabolic syndrome and inflammation, suggests a new study from Spain.
Round Table: Gut health and obesity 
11/18/2008—Modifying our gut bacteria with probiotics and prebiotics may be a new weapon in the fight against obesity. Three experts active in this field discuss the current state of play, and what the future may hold for weight management with probiotics and prebiotics.
B vitamins may protect over-65s from cancer, says study
By Stephen Daniells
11/07/2008—A daily supplement of B vitamins may reduce the risk of breast cancer and other invasive cancers in women over the age of 65, according to a new study from the US.
Multivitamins and minerals help children's brain function: study
By Stephen Daniells
11/05/2008—Daily supplements of multivitamins and minerals may improve the brain function of children, says a new study from British and Australian researchers.
Vitamin C may protect elderly men from bone loss
By Stephen Daniells
10/19/2008—Higher levels of vitamin C from the diet may reduce the loss of bone mineral density in elderly men, says a new study from the US.
Pomegranate ranked healthiest fruit juice; UCLA study lists top 10 healthiest juices based on antioxidant levels
CBS News
07/05/2008 — Most of us know juice is a healthier drink than sugary soda. But not all juices are created equal.
Vitamin D-Calcium combo provides long-term benefits for men
By Stephen Daniells
03/10/2008 — The benefits of a combined vitamin D3 and calcium for bones, reported to stop or slow bone loss, may extend for up to 18 months after stopping supplementation, suggests a new study from Australia.
Magnesium linked to fewer gallstones
By Stephen Daniells
02/26/2008 — Increased intake of magnesium from dietary supplemental forms may decrease a man's risk of developing gallstones, suggests a new study from the US.
Calcium pills effective for boosting bone health in teenage girls
By Stephen Daniells
02/19/2008 — Supplements of calcium effectively increased the build up and bone mineral content in teenage girls, but the benefits are undone if the supplementation stops, suggests a new study.
Anthocyanins show potent anti-obesity potential: study
By Stephen Daniells
02/11/2008 — Anthocyanins, antioxidant pigments from fruits and vegetables, have a "significant potency" against fat cells and could be used for the prevention of weight gain, suggests a new study from Japan.
Low Vitamin E levels linked to greater physical decline
By Stephen Daniells
01/23/2008 — Low blood levels of vitamin E are linked to greater physical decline in older people, suggests a new study from Yale University School of Medicine.
Low Vitamin D levels linked to increased heart disease risk
By Stephen Daniells
01/08/2008 — Low levels of vitamin D could increase the risk of cardiovascular events like heart attack, heart failure or stroke by 62 percent, suggests a new study from the US.
Selenium may protect against artery furring
By Stephen Daniells
09/25/2007 — Selenium supplements may reduce the risk of heart disease by inhibiting the oxidation of LDL ("bad") cholesterol, suggests a small study from Italy.
Multivitamins and minerals may boost mood in elderly
By Stephen Daniells
08/03/2007 — A daily multivitamin and mineral supplement may improve depressive symptoms amongst the elderly, suggests a new trial from the University of Sheffield.
More magnesium-rich food for less diabetes - meta-analysis
By Stephen Daniells
07/05/2007 — Eating more magnesium-rich foods, like green leafy vegetables and nuts, may reduce the risk of type-2 diabetes, suggests a meta-analysis of observational studies.
Zinc
Pills May Cut Infections in the Elderly
By Stephen Daniells
03/29/2007 — A daily zinc supplement may significantly reduce infections in the elderly, says a new trial from the US that may have implications for boosting "healthy ageing".
Vitamin
D, Calcium, Dairy Linked to Lower Colon Cancer Risk
By Stephen Daniells
03/27/2007 — High intake of vitamin D and calcium from the diet and supplements may cut the risk of colorectal cancer by over 30 per cent, suggests a new study.
Magnesium for teenagers may boost bone health
01/30/2007 — Magnesium supplements during adolescence, a key time for bone formation, boosted bone health in 120 girls in the US - research that suggests the mineral could have long-term benefits.
Calcium,
Vitamin D May Help Cholesterol Levels During Weight Loss
By staff reporter
01/25/2007 — A combination of calcium plus vitamin D during weight loss in overweight and obese women could improve blood cholesterol levels, says new research from Canada.
Açai
Berries Top the Antioxidant Rankings, Says Study
By Stephen Daniells
11/08/2006 — The Amazonian palm berry, also known as açai, has the highest ORAC antioxidant values of any food, says a new study, but the researchers suggest that such values are dependent on the drying technique and not applicable to other commercially available açai products.
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Selenium Could Slash Bladder Cancer Risk, Says Study
By staff reporter
09/27/2006 — Increasing the daily intake of selenium from dietary and supplementary sources, could cut the risk of bladder cancer by 70 percent, suggests a new study from Belgium.
Selenium
Supplements Needed For Elderly Women, Say Researchers
By Stephen Daniells
12/19/2005 — Levels of selenium and other antioxidants are low in elderly women, and could be boosted by supplements, say German researchers.
Magnesium
Could Reduce Osteoporosis Risk
By Stephen Daniells
12/08/2005 — Increasing magnesium intake could increase bone density in the elderly and reduce the risk of osteoporosis, suggests a large American study.
Magnesium
For Teenagers May Boost Bone Health
01/30/2007 —Magnesium supplements during adolescence, a key time for bone formation, boosted bone health in 120 girls in the US - research that suggests the mineral could have long-term benefits.
Goji's
Dozen Friends of Eye Health
By Dr. Paul Gross
11/27/2006 — For over some 20 centuries, the Goji berry has had the reputation of preserving vision well into old age, even for many centenarians.
The
Nutrient Cycle
As the soils become depleted of minerals, the seas become enriched with minerals.
What
are Trace Minerals
Trace Minerals, natural balance, perfect solution.
Electrolytes
and Ions
Like your body, it only lights up with "ionic" trace minerals.
Crystal
Clear or Clear as Mud
Is the truth about your trace minerals, crystal clear or clear as
mud.
The
Thesis of Body Mineral Balancing
Summary of research by Farley Anderson, B.S.
Basic to the rejuvenating of good health is the restoration of mineral balance
The
Difference Between Ionic versus Colloidal Minerals
By Dr. John Heinerman, PhD.
Sometimes thinking of something in comparative terms enables us to obtain a much better understanding of the matter.
Mineral
Nutrition of Coastal Cultures in Pre-Historic Times
By Dr. John Heinerman, PhD.
"There is a lot of that such pre-historic skeletal remains can tell us, especially the nutritional health of the deceased."
Ions:
The Body's Electrical Energy Source
Mark T. Nielsen
Professor, Department of Biology
University of Utah
"Electricity is a fundamental entity of nature... This form of energy plays a critical role in the proper function of our body"
Hans
Florine and Powerhouse Sports Recovery Plus
By Hans Florine
"I understand the powerful combination of the right supplements and the right attitude. This is what I've experienced with Trace Minerals Research's Powerhouse Plus Sports Recovery formula."
Minerals
& Trace Minerals
Minerals & Trace Minerals: A Clarification of Definitions.
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