Germanium Ge Atomic Number: 32 Atomic Weight: 72.64 _______________________________________________________________________________ Human Physiology: - Increases OČ availability at cellular level for metabolism (energy release) - Arrests osteoporosis by restoring calcium balance - Need 1mcg/day Prevalence: Source: - Plants: Ginseng, shitake mushrooms, aloe vera, comfrey, garlic Deficiency: - Immune system Excess: - Abdominal cramps - Burning sensation - Cough