Abstract
Athletes are usually engaged in hard physical training and therefore, they need to have increased demand for energy intake and micronutrients as well which are sufficient to meet their needs. This study focuses on minerals as dietary supplements and their efficacy to enhance athletic performance. This article reviewed previous mineral studies related to athletic performance including pro and cons of mineral supplementation effects. Among minerals, this study reviewed magnesium (Mg), iron (Fe), zinc (Zn), and combined minerals. Based on previous studies, Mg, Fe, and Zn have been considered to have or have not an effect on physical performance although they had various positive effects on the human body. In addition, combined minerals are generally shown to be effective to enhance athletic performance. Adequate nutritional intake is necessary for maintaining health and obtaining ideal performance in athletes and thus a mineral deficiency may impair athletic performance. To clarify an association of mineral supplementation and athletic performance, further studies need to consider various factors related to affect athletic performance.
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