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Executive Function Mineral

Meaning

The Executive Function Mineral is a clinical designation for a micronutrient whose adequate presence is critically necessary for the optimal functioning of the brain’s prefrontal cortex, the center for complex cognitive skills. This mineral is a crucial cofactor for the enzymes responsible for synthesizing the neurotransmitters that mediate planning, decision-making, and working memory. Iron is the primary mineral fitting this description due to its indispensable role in catecholamine metabolism and oxygen transport to the brain.