Elements Necessary For Life: Sulfur
Atomic Number 16
Why Does the Body Need It?
1:55 min - 6:17 min
Can We Get Too Much or Not Enough?
Recommended Daily Amount:
Males and females from ages 11+ need around 800mg-1000mg of sulfur
Food Sources
Garlic
Egg Yolk
The high amounts of sulfur in egg yolks are the reason why you should limit yourself to two egg yolks a week.
Protein Filled Foods
Bibliography
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Mercola, Dr. "The Mineral That Helps Fight Fatigue, Stress, Pain, Cancer, and Wrinkles, Too." Mercola.com. N.p., 12 Sept. 2011. Web. 03 Nov. 2013.
Schirber, Michael. "The Chemistry of Life: The Human Body." LiveScience.com. N.p., 16 Apr. 2009. Web. 03 Nov. 2013.
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