Sulfur is a major mineral required by the human body. Sulfur is present in protein structures in the body. Sulfur is mainly consumed as a part of dietary proteins and sulfur-containing vitamins; for example, thiamin (vitamin B1) and biotin (vitamin B7)contain sulfur. Sulfur is a major mineral with no recommended intake or deficiencies when protein needs are met.

 

Dietary sulfur is found in proteins and sulfur-containing vitamins (such as thiamin and biotin). It is also found in some organic food preservatives such as sulfur dioxide, sodium sulfite, and sodium and potassium bisulfate, which are used as antioxidants.

 

The sulfur-containing amino acids methionine and cysteine are needed in the body for protein synthesis. Cysteine is also part of glutathione, which is essential in detoxifying drugs and protecting cells from oxidative damage. The sulfur-containing vitamins thiamin and biotin are necessary for ATP production for cell energy.

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Reference:

https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/food-nutrition/healthy-eating/dietary-reference-intakes/tables/reference-values-elements-dietary-reference-intakes-tables-2005.html Date modified 2006-06-29

 

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9932710/

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