Minerals Flashcards
1
Q
Why is ‘Iodine’ important?
A
- Needed for hormone formation, notably from the thyroid gland
2
Q
Why is ‘Iron’ needed?
A
- This is needed for the transport of oxygen by the red blood cells
3
Q
Where is Calcium contained?
A
- Dark green leafy vegetables, brocolli, milk products and salmon
4
Q
Why is Calcium essential?
A
- Strong bones, muscle contraction, relaxation, blood cotting and nerve function
5
Q
What are ‘Fats’?
A
- A source of energy which also helps to insulate the body and keep the body temperature at the right level
6
Q
What are the three types of fats?
A
- Saturates
- Mono-unsaturates
- Polyunsaturates
7
Q
Describe why it is important to contain the amount of fat in our diet
A
- Because too much fat can be the cause of gaining overall body fat
