Strontium (Sr) Enemy of the bone marrow. Strontium – an element whose metabolism is related to calcium metabolism. In the human body, it prevents the development of caries and osteoporosis in amounts up to 3-4 mg per day. The daily requirement for strontium…
Tin (= Stannum) (Sn) For the plant – yellow leaves in summer In plants tin was discovered in 1855. The tin content in plants varies widely, with the highest amounts found in sunflower seeds and peas. Plants do not absorb tin equally….
Tin (= Stannum) (Sn) The cause of the fall of the Great Roman Empire. In the human body more tin accumulates in the enamel of teeth, nails, and bones; it is part of the gastric enzyme gastrin, influences the activity of flavin enzymes, and…
Bromine (Br) For the plant – a regulator of root growth. The role of bromine in plants is not fully established. There is information about its regulatory influence in small doses on the development of the root system. In plant organisms, bromine…
Bromine (Br) Good night! In the human body bromine is involved in the regulation of the central nervous system function (enhances inhibition), thyroid, and gonadal glands. The daily requirement for the human body is 2–8 mg. In the body of an adult…
Fluorine (F) Is fluorine essential for plants – an energy extractor? (the question is under discussion) The necessity of fluorine for the life processes and metabolism of plants is under discussion. At the same time, it has been noted that the visible stimulation of…
Lithium (Li) For the plant – root system. Lithium positively influences the overall development of plants (especially the root system), improves potassium transport, enhances the photochemical activity of chloroplasts in leaves (tomatoes), and the synthesis of nicotine (tobacco), affects water-salt exchange, especially the metabolic…
Lithium (Li) Normal psyche. Lithium in the human body prevents the development of neuro-psychiatric disorders. The daily requirement of the human body is currently not precisely defined (approximately 100 mcg). During pregnancy, lithium preparations are absolutely contraindicated. Lithium content in the human…
Nickel (Ni) For the plant – nitrogen supply. Nichel is an essential micronutrient for plants. In higher plants, nickel is included in the composition of the enzyme urease, which catalyzes the breakdown of urea into ammonia and carbon dioxide. It has been shown that…
Nickel (Ni) Nanny for the nervous system. In the human body nickel participates in redox processes, respiration, hematopoiesis, reduces the effects of adrenaline, providing a calming effect on the nervous system. The daily requirement for the human body is 100–200 mcg. Nickel deficiency…