Minerals

Question 1

calcium

Answer 1

function- bone and tooth development, nerve and muscle function, normal blood clotting
food sources- dairy products, green leafy vegetables, broccoli, kale, almonds, fortified cereal

Question 2

magnesium

Answer 2

function- carbohydrate and protein metabolism, muscle contraction and structure
food sources- legumes, nuts, bananas, whole grains, green leafy vegetables

Question 3

phosphorus

Answer 3

function- formation and maintenance of bones and teeth, energy production
food sources- meat, fish, dairy products, eggs, legumes, whole grains, carbonated beverages

Question 4

potassium

Answer 4

function- muscle contraction, fluid balance; nerve, muscle, and heart function
food sources- bananas, raisins, oranges, vegetables, meat, dairy products, legumes, molasses, peanut butter, potatoes

Question 5

sodium

Answer 5

function- fluid balance, glucose transport, acid-base balance, muscle and nerve function
food sources- salt

Question 6

iron

Answer 6

function- formation of hemoglobin in red blood cells for oxygen transport, contributor to enzymes and protein
food sources- meat (especially organ meats), fortified cereals, green leafy vegetables, molasses, legumes, dried fruit