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This article discusses the importance of trace elements (TE) in metabolic functions and animal health. TE are essential micronutrients for proper body functioning. When TE levels are too low or too high, the body faces difficulties in performing its normal metabolic functions. Some examples of TE and their functions include iron and copper in oxygen transport, calcium and phosphorus in the structural function of bones and teeth, magnesium in nerve impulse transmission, and potassium in osmotic pressure regulation and muscle contraction. Supplementation of cobalt, copper, and selenium has been observed as a dietary strategy to improve the performance of production animals such as cattle and dogs. In summary, TE are indispensable to ensure animal health and well-being. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the relationship between trace elements and human health. Trace elements are micronutrients that represent a small portion of body weight, such as iron, zinc, copper, manganese, and fluoride. These elements are essential for the body, but an imbalance of them can cause digestive, cardiovascular, hematological, and endocrine disorders. Therefore, it is important for healthcare professionals to be aware of the physiological changes that can be triggered by the imbalance of these micronutrients. [Extracted from the article]