Tin

Tin’s role in human metabolism is thought to be as a contaminant and possible trace mineral, as it has been found essential for normal growth in rats. Absorption comes from environmental contamination. Food storage, especially acidic foods, in unlacquered tin cans can be a significant source of the mineral. Fortunately, tin absorption is thought to be poor.

• Air pollution
• Tin cans
• “Tin can” flavoring in jarred foods¹

1 From Newstrom H, Nutrients Catalog.

PROVEN BENEFITS:

• None known at this time.¹

1 From Newstrom H, Nutrients Catalog.

UNPROVED SPECULATED BENEFITS:

• None known at this time.¹

1 From Newstrom H, Nutrients Catalog.

• None known at this time.¹

1 From Newstrom H, Nutrients Catalog.

UNPROVED SPECULATED SYMPTOMS

• None known at this time.¹

1 From Newstrom H, Nutrients Catalog.

LAB TESTS TO DETECT DEFICIENCY

• No deficiency since it is not an essential mineral.¹

1 From Newstrom H, Nutrients Catalog.

Optimal Levels

• No optimal dosage since little is not.

Minimum Dosage

No RDA has been established. The average daily intake is 1.5 to 3.5mg, but it is unclear how much of that crosses the intestinal mucosa and is absorbed.

• Small amounts are dangerous.¹

1 From Newstrom H, Nutrients Catalog.

OVERDOSE/TOXICITY

• Shortened life span
• Tin accumulation in heart and intestine¹

1 From Newstrom H, Nutrients Catalog.

ADVERSE REACTIONS OR SIDE EFFECTS

See OVERDOSE/TOXICITY

INTERACTION WITH OTHER SUBSTANCES

• None known at this time.¹

1 From Newstrom H, Nutrients Catalog.

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