What is CHELATION and why is it important?
In order for minerals to be absorbed into the body they must be bound to an amino acid. The process is called chelation and without it you would not be able to get the full value of the minerals you ingest. Due to their low cost and high mineral content, most manufacturers use poorly absorbed mineral salts (carbonates, sulfates, etc.) in vitamin/mineral supplements. These are not chelates and must undergo complex digestive processes, resulting in low absorption and bioavailability. This low absorption rate also can lead to uncomfortable side effects, such as constipation and indigestion. Unlike mineral salts, minerals found in foods are bound to amino acids. Amino acids act as carriers, delivering these minerals to the intestinal tract. Albion’s Mineral Amino Acid Chelates (used exclusively in 9 A Day Plus) are minerals that are patently bonded to amino acids, just like the minerals found in real foods. Their patented process actually makes the mineral compounds smaller to allow for be
