Thiamin - a B-vitamin involved in the release of energy from food and vital for a healthy nervous system. The National Diet and Nutrition Survey (NDNS) found that cereals and cereal products were the main source of thiamin in the diet of UK adults, accounting for 34% of total thiamin intake.
Riboflavin - a B-vitamin involved in the release of energy from food. The NDNS found that 24% of the riboflavin in the diet of UK adults came from cereals and cereal products.
Niacin - a B-vitamin involved in the release of energy from food and vital for a healthy nervous system. The NDNS found that 24% of the niaicin in the diet of UK adults came from cereals and cereal products.
Vitamin E - a powerful antioxidant, which protect fats from damage by free radicals. The NDNS found that 17% of the riboflavin in the diet of UK adults came from cereals and cereal products.
Potassium - a mineral involved in the regulation of fluid and electrolyte balance. Essential for the transmission of nerve impulses. The NDNS found that 13% of the potassium in the diet of UK adults came from cereals and cereal products.
Iron - a mineral needed for the manufacture of haemoglobin, the red pigment in blood, which carries oxygen around the body.
Magnesium - a mineral needed for healthy bones, the release of energy from food and nerve and muscle function. The NDNS found cereals and cereal products were the main source of magnesium in diet of UK adults providing 27% of the total intake.
Zinc - a mineral essential for growth, reproduction and immunity. The NDNS found that 25% of the zinc in the diet of UK adults came from cereals and cereal products.
Selenium - a mineral which functions as acts as a powerful antioxidant that protects cell against damage by free radicals.
Trace elements - the minerals copper, chromium, manganese, molybdenum, selenium and idoine are referred to as trace elements. Although they are essential for good health they are only required in minute amounts. | 
