Two Tiny Minerals With a Big Job

  • Two Tiny Minerals With a Big Job

    Posted by IMA-HelenT on May 15, 2026 at 9:46 am EDT

    We all hear about magnesium, zinc and iron.

    But what do you understand about boron and molybdenum?

    Boron is one of those quiet minerals that doesn’t get much attention, yet it supports bone strength, joint health, hormone balance, brain function, wound healing and how well the body uses calcium, magnesium and vitamin D.

    Foods rich in boron include prunes, raisins, avocado, almonds, peanuts, apples, chickpeas and broccoli.

    Then there’s molybdenum: a tiny trace mineral with a big job. It helps the body break down sulfites from food and wine, supports detox pathways, sulfur metabolism, liver function and may be important for people who struggle with sulfite sensitivity.

    Foods rich in molybdenum include lentils, chickpeas, black beans, beef liver, oats, leafy greens, nuts, dairy, eggs and potatoes.

    Get your FREE IMA Minerals 101 guide. https://imahealth.org/tools-and-guides/minerals-101-a-practical-guide-to-minerals-for-better-health/

    It takes minerals most of us barely think about and explains what they do, where to find them, signs you may be low, and how people commonly supplement.

    Has any mineral made a difference to your health?

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