Minerals are inorganic substances that can be found in water, rocks, soil, and occur naturally in non-living things. While minerals do not contain calories or energy, they do support a number of essential biological functions and are absorbed through food and fluids. They are vital for the growth of strong muscles, nerves, skin, blood, skin, and teeth. They are additionally necessary for the metabolic processes that turn food into energy. Trace minerals are only needed in very small amounts and include Boron, Chromium, Cobalt, Copper Iodine, Iron, Manganese, Molybdenum, Selenium and Zinc.