“Lithium (Li)”  [Atomic Number: 3] 

Lithium

  In chemistry, Lithium (Li) is a paramagnetic metal element in the alkali metal group, usually found in the form of a natural lithium compound.
In elemental science, Lithium (Li), is a s-block element, located at the group 1, period 2 of the periodic table of elements.

Lithium Functions (Lithium Biochemically)

  In the body, lithium (Li) is an essential mineral involved with many physiological functions including helping to transport sodium metabolism to brain nerves and muscles.

In the body, Lithium is essential for the second messenger pathways associated with the function of insulin at the insulin receptors. Low levels of lithium (& zinc) may induce insulin resistance.

In the body, Lithium is a modulator of glutaminergic neurotransmission - required in balance - to operate within physiological parameters in order to maintain cellular homeostasis.

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“Lithium Compounds”  

  In chemistry, Lithium Compounds are elemental compounds (organic compounds or inorganic compounds) that contain the element lithium (Li) as an integral part of the molecule.
  Examples of some common lithium compounds include:

• lithium salts
  • inorganic lithium salts
    • lithium chloride
  • organic lithium salts
    • lithium carbonate
    • lithium orotate

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