The main cause of mineral deficiency is inadequate and monotonous nutrition. Mineral deficiencies can be caused by everyday activities such as drinking coffee, constantly abusing sugar-rich foods and beverages, frequent physical activity and sweating, and intense digestive tract or kidney function.Like the need for vitamins, the need for minerals depends on the sex, age, body weight, physical activity and physiological state of the person.
When assimilating minerals and vitamins, their ratio is important. For example, vitamin C and copper contribute to the absorption and use of iron in the body.