Minerals help our bodies develop and function.  They are essential for good health.
Knowing about different minerals and what they do can help you to make sure you
get enough of the minerals that you need.

Minerals support a wide variety of bodily functions, ranging from building and
maintaining healthy bones and teeth to keeping your muscles, heart and brain
working properly.
There are five main categories of mineral deficiency: calcium, iron, magnesium,
potassium, and zinc.

Minerals are specific kinds of nutrients that your body needs in order to function
properly. A mineral deficiency occurs when your body doesn’t obtain or absorb the
required amount of a mineral.
Mineral deficiencies can lead to a variety of health problems, such as weak bones,
fatigue, or a decreased immune system.

The daily intake of minerals should be reviewed to prevent adverse effects. Excess
calcium may lead to constipation and kidney problems. Too much zinc may lead to
diarrhea , vomiting , and kidney and heart problems.

Lycopene is a powerful antioxidant that may help protect cells from damage. Hence, it is used for high blood pressure, high cholesterol, cancer, and many other conditions.

Used to treat prostate cancer, leukoplakia, asthma and heart disease.

Discoloration of the skin - Lycopenemia

•  Avoid if pregnant
•  It might increase the risk of bleeding during and after surgery. Stop using lycopene supplements at least 2 weeks before a scheduled surgery.
•  Those taking medication for low blood pressure should not take lycopene.

• Ginkgo biloba is an antioxidant-rich herb used to enhance brain health and treat a variety of conditions.
• Ginkgo contains numerous flavonoids, compounds which proponents suggest can protect against aging-related issues such as dementia by improving blood flow to the brain, among other benefits.

• Ginkgo biloba is said to aid in the treatment or prevention of the following health problems:
• Age-related macular degeneration, Alzheimer's disease, Anxiety, Asthma, Bronchitis, Depression, Erectile dysfunction, Fatigue, Glaucoma, High blood pressure, Insulin resistance, Multiple sclerosis, Peripheral artery disease, Sexual dysfunction in women, Tinnitus.

•  Palpitations
•  Bleeding disorder
•  Dizziness
•  Gastrointestinal discomfort
•  Headache
•  Hypersensitivity

• Patients with blood circulation disorders or individuals on anticoagulants, such as aspirin, are at risk of experiencing undesirable effects after taking ginkgo.
• Those taking selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI) as antidepressants should not take ginkgo as it inhibits monoamine oxidase, reducing the effectiveness of the medications.
• Combining the two may also increase the risk of a potentially fatal condition known as serotonin syndrome. 
• Gingko can also exaggerate both the good and bad effects of another type of antidepressant, known as monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs).
• Ginkgo leaves contain long-chain alkylphenols, which are highly allergenic. People who are allergic to poison ivy and other plants with alkylphenols should completely avoid taking ginkgo.
• Eating raw or roasted ginkgo seeds can be poisonous and may lead to serious sideeffects.