ch4: dietary nutrients -minerals

Question 1

calcium

Answer 1

functions:
bone and tooth development, nerve and muscle function, normal blood clotting
sources:
dairy, kale, almonds

Question 2

magnesium

Answer 2

functions:
carbohydrate and protein metabolism, muscle contraction and structure
sources:
legumes, nuts, bananas

Question 3

phosphorus

Answer 3

functions:
formations and maintenance of bones and teeth, energy production
sources:
fish, diary, eggs

Question 4

potassium

Answer 4

functions:
muscle contraction, fluid balance, nerve muscle and heart function
sources:
bananas, raisins, oranges

Question 5

sodium

Answer 5

functions:
fluid balance, glucose transport, acid base balance, muscle and nerve function
sources:
salt

Question 6

iron

Answer 6

functions:
formation of hemoglobin in red blood cells for oxygen transport
sources:
meat, cereals, and molasses