THE ROLE OF TRACE ELEMENTS IN THE HUMAN BODY: PHYSIOLOGICAL SIGNIFICANCE AND CONSEQUENCES OF IMBALANCE
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Trace elements are chemical elements present in the human body in extremely small amounts (less than 0.001% of body weight) but are absolutely necessary for normal vital activity. Unlike macroelements, they are not sources of energy; however, they act as crucial catalysts and regulators of biochemical processes.Abstract
Trace elements play a critical role in maintaining homeostasis, despite their low content in the human body. This article examines the main biological functions of essential trace elements (iron, zinc, iodine, selenium, and copper), their mechanisms of action, and the consequences of their metabolic disorders.
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