Trace Elements

What is a trace element?

A trace element, or a micronutrient, is an element our body needs in fewer amounts than the macronutrients. Per day, our body needs about 15 milligrams of micronutrients per day (Britannica, 2018), but in general, trace elements have similar abilities and cover the same uses as minerals/ macronutrients. Examples of important micronutrients are iron and zinc, both crucial for several enzymes to work properly in the body.