Sulfur is a fundamental yet overlooked biological cornerstone. It is the third most abundant mineral in the body, critically embedded in key organic molecules like amino acids (methionine and cysteine), which are essential for protein structure, stability and function. Its roles are diverse and vital for health. Sulfur is crucial for synthesizing glutathione (the body’s master antioxidant), forming connective tissues like keratin for hair/nails and chondroitin sulfate for joints, and assisting in carbohydrate metabolism and B-vitamin function. Deficiency, though not formally defined by an RDA, undermines multiple systems. Insufficient sulfur can lead to diminished antioxidant defense, increased oxidative stress and symptoms like…

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