Minerals Flashcards
Calcium
Major functions
bone and tooth development, nerve and muscle function, normal blood clotting
Calcium
Food sources
dairy products, green and leafy vegetables, broccoli, kale, almonds, fortified cereal
Magnesium
Major functions
carbs and protein metabolism, muscle contraction and structure
Magnesium
Food sources
legumes, nuts, bananas, whole grains, green and leafy vegetables
Phosphorus
Major functions
formation and maintenance of bones and teeth, energy production
Phosphorus
Food soucres
Meat fish, dairy products, eggs, legumes, whole grains, carbonates beverages
Potassium
Major Function
muscle contraction, fluid balance, nerve, muscle and heart function
Potassium
Food sources
Bananas, raisins, oranges, vegetables, meat, dairy products, legumes, molasses, peanut butter, potatoes
Sodium
Major functions
fluid balance, glucose transport, acid-base balamce, muscle and nerve function
Sodium
Food source
salt
Iron
Major functions
formation of hemoglobin in red blood cells for oxygen transport, contributor to enzymes and protein
Iron
Food sources
meat (especially organ meat), fortified cereals, green and leafy vegetables, molasses, legumes, dried fruit
