Trace Minerals: keys to immunity

Larry L. Berger, Ph.D.
Salt Institute
Salt and Trace Minerals newsletter
Spring 1996

Trace minerals are the key to strengthening animals’ immune systems. While trace minerals are fed primarily to encourage growth and reproductive response, evidence suggests that healthy animals facing an immunological challenge require additional amounts of trace minerals. The article discusses the role of copper, iron, selenium, chromium, cobalt and zinc as well as the role of salt as a carrier.