Minerals and plays an important role in. Body are especially acts as the body's structure. The elements Cells, tissues and nerves is a component of enzymes, hormones and vitamins in addition to minerals also controls the function of every organ in the body. Given the importance and function such that the mineral is a nutrient that is essential for the body. The body must have enough body to be fully grown and healthy. Common food sources of minerals, both major and small amounts of different types depending on the type of sample minerals that are important for the body include calcium, phosphorus, iodine, iron, magnesium, zinc, copper and potassium.