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As a physician, I understand your interest in how minerals interact with our bodies. Minerals aren't actually "degraded" in the same way as other nutrients. Unlike proteins, fats, or carbohydrates, minerals are elements that remain intact throughout digestion and metabolism.

Your body doesn't break down minerals chemically, but rather absorbs, transports, stores, and eventually eliminates them. Some minerals like calcium, magnesium, and iron are absorbed in the small intestine, while others may be absorbed elsewhere in the digestive tract.

The body has sophisticated regulatory mechanisms to maintain proper mineral levels. Excess minerals that aren't needed are typically excreted through urine and feces. This is why patients with certain conditions may need to monitor their mineral intake—the body can't simply break down excess amounts.

Different minerals have varying absorption rates. Iron, for instance, is poorly absorbed (only about 10-15% of what we consume), while sodium is absorbed much more efficiently. This is partly why mineral deficiencies are relatively common despite adequate dietary intake.

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