Minerals

Question 1

what is the difference between vitamins and minerals?

Answer 1

you need vitamins in small amounts but minerals in large amounts

Question 2

why are vitamins and minerals important

Answer 2

required by the body for good health and for the prevention of diet related diseases

Question 3

what is the function of sodium and where can you find it?

Answer 3

works in conjunction with potassium to regulate fluid balance and assist in muscle contraction and relaxation

mainly found in processed foods

Question 4

what is the function of potassium and where can you find it?

Answer 4

works in conjunction with sodium to regulate fluid balance and assist in muscle contraction and relaxation

found in fresh fruits and vegetables

Question 5

what is the function of haemoglobin?

Answer 5

picks up oxygen when blood passes through the lungs which is then transported throughout the body and delivered to cells

Question 6

what is the function of myoglobin?

Answer 6

stores oxygen in the muscle efficiently

Question 7

what is the function of calcium and what food is it found in?

Answer 7

main role is involvment of the development of our bone structure (strengthening bones)

milk products, bread, tofu, almonds

Question 8

what is the difference between haem iron and non-haem iron?

Answer 8

haem iron is found in animals whilst non-haem iron is found in plant sources

Question 9

What is the function of iron and where can it be found?

Answer 9

carries oxygen in the blood needed for cellular respiration

red meat, dark green leafy vegetables, nuts, tofu, legumes