Bismuth and Lithium are associated trace elements. While bismuth is not classified as essential for humans at this time, lithium is a nutritionally essential trace element with a potential to decrease mortality, and provide anti-aging capabilities. Although not related on the Periodic Table of Elements, bismuth and lithium are biologically associated on a gastrointestinal and mental health level. While lithium is better known for its therapeutic properties with bipolar manic-depressive disorder, both elements exert a similar effect on their respective chemical environment: Lithium in regard to potassium sodium balance, and bismuth in regard to phosphorus zinc balance... Full Text