Q. Minerals requirements for dyslipidemia?

Minerals: The three most important minerals are chromium, zinc and magnesium.

These minerals play a critical role in maintaining proper insulin function. Deficiency of these minerals increase the risk of Syndrome X - ;I risk factor for cardiovascular Disease. Excess of sodium intake and lack of potassium have been seen to play an important role in hypertension. Low intakes of calcium can also be a risk for cardiac disorder. Sodium added to the food or sodium-rich foods need to be restricted in cardiovascular diseases.