Minerals

Question 1

_____are elements that naturally contain food and are vital for good wellbeing.
Regulate body processes and give structure to the body.

Answer 1

Minerals

Question 2

Minerals are not ______ nor ____ by heat, such as cooking.

Answer 2

decomposed destroyed

Question 3

What are the 2 categories of minerals?

Answer 3

Trace minerals and Major minerals

Question 4

The 4 major minerals are;

Answer 4

Calcium, phosphorus, magnesium and electrolytes

Question 5

What are the 3 Electrolytes ?

Answer 5

Sodium, Chloride and Potassium

Question 6

What are the trace minerals?

Answer 6

Chromium, Copper, Flouride, iodine, iron, Manganese, selenium and, Zinc

Question 7

_______Bone building, Muscle contraction, Heart rate, Nerve function, and Helps blood clot.

Answer 7

Calcium

Question 8

______Part of 300 enzymes (regulates body functions), Maintains cells in nerves, muscles, Component of bones, and Best sources are legumes, nuts, and whole grains.

Answer 8

Magnesium

Question 9

Generates energy, Regulate energy metabolism, Component of bones, teeth, Part of DNA, RNA (cell growth, repair), Almost all foods, especially protein-rich foods, and contain phosphorus.

Answer 9

Phosphorus

Question 10

Fluid balance, Muscles relax, transmit nerve impulses, and Regulates blood pressure

Answer 10

Sodium salt

Question 11

An element require in small amounts for healthy growth and development. And it is essential in formation of thyroid hormone

Answer 11

Iodine

Question 12

Contained in hemoglobin in the red blood cells. Essential component in the transfer of oxygen in the body.

Answer 12

Iron

Question 13

Maintains blood pressure, Nerve impulses and muscle contraction

Answer 13

Potassium