You may have noticed that most fruits, vegetables and meats today may look good, but they lack flavor. This is because they contain only a fraction of the necessary minerals. The document states that people who eat these foods develop mineral deficiency diseases that can only be corrected by adding supplements to their diet. Nutritional deficiencies in humans and animals have escalated to such a degree as to have catastrophic effects on our ability to survive. For example, regarding minerals and their impact on one's health, calcium is vital for the formation of strong bones and teeth and helps in regulating the heartbeat and transmission of nerve impulses.
Calcium is also important for muscle growth and prevention of muscle cramps.
Boron is necessary in trace amounts because it helps calcium assimilation and bone retention. Magnesium is vital for enzyme activity, maintaining the electrical potential across nerve and muscle membranes, pH balancing, assisting in calcium and potassium assimilation and is a key mineral for heart health. Zinc is part of numerous enzyme structures and vital for all metabolic processes including DNA synthesis, reproductive organs, wound healing, and protection against birth defects. Tin aids immune system activity, enhances hair growth and improves reflexes. Selenium is known to reduce the risk of cancer, heart disease, muscular dystrophy, cirrhosis of the liver, cataracts, is a powerful antioxidant cell protector, and prevents the decay of cellular function.