# A Forensic Look at Chelated Minerals with Stephen Ashmead, Senior Fellow for Chelates - Balchem; Dr. Bill Weiss, Professor Emeritus, The Ohio State University

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Published: 2026-02-03T15:00:00+00:00
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In this episode of The Real Science Exchange, leading scientists and industry experts gather for an in-depth discussion on chelated trace minerals, what they are, how they work, and why details like chemistry, antagonists and credible sourcing matter more than ever. From bioavailability and microbiome effects to over-supplementation and real-world formulation challenges. This conversation combines hard science with practical application.

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