If a person who is not calcium deficient is taking 1500mg of calcium daily, they may actually increase the risk of osteoporosis by interfering with manganese absorption. Sources of manganese include egg yolks, green vegetables, seeds, whole grains, and nuts. Phosphorous -an important component of bone. Too much phosphorous from meat, cheese, and carbonated sodas can leach calcium from the bones and cause an acceleration of osteoporosis. It is a vital antioxidant, especially when taken together with Vitamin E. Selenium is an antiviral substance and can prevent herpes outbreaks.
Selenium also has powerful anticancer properties.
A deficiency of zinc combined with an excess of copper can lead to severe mood disturbances and imbalances. Zinc is found in meat, poultry, fish and dairy products and should be supplemented in strictly vegetarian diets.