Mineral Salts Flashcards
1
Q
What functions do calcium and phosphorus have in common?
A
- Build strong bones and teeth
- Help the working of muscles
2
Q
Where is phosphorus found?
A
- Meat
- Fish
- Dairy
3
Q
What does a deficiency of phosphorus cause ?
A
- Tiredness
- Weak muscles
4
Q
Where is calcium found?
A
- Milk
- Cheese
- Leafy green vegetables
- Tinned fish (bones are soft and edible)
- Fortified flour and breakfast cereals
5
Q
What is caused by a deficiency of calcium?
A
- Softening of bones and poor teeth
- Osteoporosis
6
Q
What is the function of iron?
A
To make haemoglobin in the blood
7
Q
Where is iron found?
A
- Liver
- Other red meat (60% of iron is always absorbed)
- Dark green vegetables
- Fortified breakfast cereals and flour
8
Q
What is caused by a deficiency of iron?
A
- Anaemia
9
Q
Where is sodium found?
A
- Bacon
- Cheese
- Salty foods
10
Q
What are sodium’s functions?
A
- To regulate body fluids
- Helps nerves function
11
Q
What does a lack of sodium cause?
A
(Is rare.)
- Muscle weakness
12
Q
In what type of climate is more sodium needed?
A
In hot climates as more water is lost from the body.
13
Q
What assists the absorption of iron, calcium and zinc?
A
- Vitamin C
- Citric acid
- Fructose
14
Q
What hinders the absorption of iron, calcium and zinc?
A
- NSP
- Tannin
- Caffeine
15
Q
What are 2 trace elements we need?
A
- Iodine
- Fluoride
