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Minerals

Minerals are nutrients the body needs to function properly, alongside vitamins, essential fatty acids and amino acids. There are macrominerals and trace elements.

With minerals, the bound form makes the difference between products: bisglycinate, citrate, malate or oxide. On this page we explain what these forms mean and how to read the elemental content.

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Macrominerals and trace elements
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Bisglycinate, citrate, malate, oxide
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Elemental content and %RI
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Capsules, tablets, powders and drops
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Marine Health FoodsOysterMax® - Oyster Extract - 120 Capsules
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OysterMax® - Oyster Extract - 120 Capsules

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SeagreensSeaweed Extract + Iodine - 60 capsules
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Seaweed Extract + Iodine - 60 capsules

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SeagreensSeaweed Extract - 60 capsules
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Seaweed Extract - 60 capsules

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Ancestral SupplementsLiving Bone - Grass-fed - 180 capsules
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Living Bone - Grass-fed - 180 capsules

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Seeking HealthOptimal Electrolyte (Orange) - 177 grams
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Optimal Electrolyte (Orange) - 177 grams

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New ChapterFermented Zinc complex - 30 tablets
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Fermented Zinc complex - 30 tablets

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Ancestral SupplementsAncestral Minerals - 180 capsules
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Ancestral Minerals - 180 capsules

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Seeking HealthIron with Vitamin C - 60 Chewable Tablets
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Iron with Vitamin C - 60 Chewable Tablets

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MomentousZinc - 60 capsules
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Zinc - 60 capsules

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Ancestral SupplementsAncestral Electrolytes - 200 grams
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Ancestral Electrolytes - 200 grams

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MomentousIron+ - 60 capsules
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Iron+ - 60 capsules

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MomentousCalcium - 60 capsules
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Calcium - 60 capsules

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Seeking HealthMolybdenum 500 mcg - Molybdenum Glycinate - 90 capsules
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Molybdenum 500 mcg - Molybdenum Glycinate - 90 capsules

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MomentousDaily Hydration - Electrolytes - 30 sachets
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Daily Hydration - Electrolytes - 30 sachets

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Seeking HealthTrace Minerals Complex II - Copper-Free Trace Elements - 30 capsules
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Trace Minerals Complex II - Copper-Free Trace Elements - 30 capsules

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€24,95
Seeking HealthOptimal Electrolyte - Electrolyte Powder - Lemonade - 191 grams
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Optimal Electrolyte - Electrolyte Powder - Lemonade - 191 grams

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Seeking HealthTrace Minerals Complex - Trace Element Complex - 30 capsules
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Trace Minerals Complex - Trace Element Complex - 30 capsules

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What are minerals?

Minerals are nutrients the body needs to function properly. They form one of the four groups of essential nutrients, together with vitamins, essential fatty acids and essential amino acids. We get them from plant or animal foods, or from drinking water.

Unlike vitamins, minerals are elements: they come from the soil and cannot be made by any organism. A plant takes them up from the ground, and what is not in the soil is not in the plant either.

The form makes the difference

In a supplement, a mineral is always bound to something else, and that bond is stated on the label. Broadly, there are two groups. Inorganic salts such as oxide, sulphate and carbonate are cheap to produce and contain a lot of mineral per milligram. Organically bound forms such as citrate, malate, gluconate and bisglycinate are linked to an organic acid or an amino acid.

A bisglycinate is a chelate: the mineral is, as it were, wrapped between two molecules of the amino acid glycine. Which form you choose is a trade-off between price, gentleness on the stomach and amount. Each product page states the form used.

Look at the elemental content

This is where supplements are hardest to compare. If the packaging says 500 mg magnesium citrate, that is the weight of the whole compound, not of the magnesium itself. The elemental content is the part that is actually magnesium, and for citrate this is around 16%.

For oxide, that percentage is actually high, around 60%. A high elemental content therefore says nothing about how well the body can make use of it. A European label must state the elemental content followed by the percentage RI, and those are the two figures on which to compare products.

Which minerals will you find in this collection?

Of the macrominerals, mainly magnesium, in forms such as bisglycinate, malate, citrate and L-threonate, plus calcium and potassium. Of the trace elements, zinc, selenium, copper, chromium, manganese, iron and iodine.

Some minerals come from a whole food source rather than from a single salt, such as the iodine from seaweed or the minerals from seawater. You can choose a single mineral or a formula in which several are combined.

Frequently asked questions about mineral supplements

What are mineral supplements? +

Mineral supplements are food supplements that contain one or more minerals in concentrated form. They are used to supplement the daily diet and are available as single minerals or as combination formulas.

What is the difference between macrominerals and trace elements? +

Macrominerals are minerals the body needs in larger amounts, such as magnesium and calcium. Trace elements are present in smaller amounts, such as zinc and selenium. Both types are used in supplements.

What does bisglycinate or chelate mean? +

In a chelate, the mineral is bound to an amino acid. With bisglycinate, two molecules of glycine effectively wrap around the mineral. It is an organically bound form, as opposed to inorganic salts such as oxide and sulphate.

What is elemental magnesium? +

The part of the compound that is actually magnesium. In 500 mg of magnesium citrate, about 16% is elemental magnesium; in magnesium oxide it is around 60%. A European label shows the elemental content followed by the RI percentage.

What should I look for when buying a magnesium supplement? +

Look at the form of magnesium, such as citrate, bisglycinate or oxide, the elemental content per dose and the clear listing of ingredients on the label. Compare products on their composition and choose what suits your preference.

Are mineral supplements available as combinations? +

Yes. You can choose a supplement with a single mineral, such as a magnesium supplement, or a formula in which several minerals are combined in one product.

How do you use mineral supplements? +

Mineral supplements are usually intended for daily use according to the recommended dosage on the packaging. Always read the product information before use.

Minerals and Combination Formulas

Mineral supplements are available as single-ingredient products or as combination formulas that include multiple minerals. Some people deliberately choose one specific mineral, such as magnesium or zinc, while others prefer a combined formula.

The composition, dosage, and form of minerals used vary by supplement and manufacturer. As a result, different combinations and ratios are available depending on personal preference and intended use.

Types of Minerals: Macro and Trace Elements

Minerals are generally divided into two groups: macrominerals and trace elements.

Macrominerals are present in the body in larger amounts. Examples include:

Trace elements are present in smaller amounts but are commonly used in supplements. Examples include:

Both macrominerals and trace elements are used in supplements in various forms and dosages.

Trace Elements in Supplement Form

Not all trace elements are classified the same way worldwide. Scientific insights and guidelines may vary by region. Within the Ergomax range, you will find a wide selection of mineral and trace element supplements, allowing you to compare products based on composition and dosage.

Product pages provide clear information about the form of minerals used (such as citrate, bisglycinate, or oxide) and the amount per serving.

Mineral Supplements at Ergomax

Mineral supplements are intended as a complement to daily nutrition. They provide specific minerals in a concentrated and user-friendly form, such as capsules, tablets, powders, or liquid drops.

Within this collection, you will find a wide range of mineral supplements from carefully selected brands, including:

Whether you want to buy magnesium, are looking for a zinc supplement, or want to combine multiple minerals in one formula, Ergomax offers a clear and structured way to shop for mineral supplements.


Frequently Asked Questions About Mineral Supplements

What are mineral supplements?

Mineral supplements are dietary supplements that contain one or more minerals in concentrated form. They are used as a complement to daily nutrition and are available as single minerals or combination formulas.

What is the difference between macrominerals and trace elements?

Macrominerals are minerals that the body needs in larger amounts, such as magnesium and calcium. Trace elements are present in smaller amounts, such as zinc and selenium. Both types are used in supplements.

Are mineral supplements available as combinations?

Yes. You can choose a supplement with a single mineral, such as magnesium, or a formula that combines multiple minerals in one product.

How do you use mineral supplements?

Mineral supplements are generally intended for daily use according to the recommended dosage on the packaging. Always read the product information before use.

What should I look for when buying a magnesium supplement?

Pay attention to the form of magnesium (such as citrate or oxide), the daily dosage, and clear labeling of ingredients. Compare products based on composition and choose a supplement that fits your preferences.