Minerals Flashcards
What is the function of Sodium?
It is needed for proper fluid balance, nerve transmission and muscle contraction.
What is the function of Chloride?
Needed for proper fluid balance, stomach acid
What is the function of Calcium?
Important for healthy bones and teeth, important in nerve functioning, blood clotting, blood pressure, immune system health.
What is the function of Phosphorus?
Important for healthy bones and teeth, found in every cell, part of the system that maintains acid balance.
What is the function of Iron?
Part of a molecule (hemoglobin) found in red blood cells that carry oxygen to the body, needed for energy metabolism (converts sugar into energy).
What is the function of Zinc?
Part of many enzymes, needed for making protein, wound healing, normal growth and sexual maturation. Immune system health.
What is the function of Iodine?
Found in the thyroid hormone, which helps to regulate growth, development and needed for metabolism.
What are the sources of Sodium?
Found in table salt, large amounts in processed foods, small amounts in milk, bread, vegetables and meat. Soy sauce.
What are the sources of Chloride?
Table salt, large amounts in processed foods, small amounts in milk, bread, vegetables and meat. Soy sauce.
What are the sources of Calcium?
Milk and milk products, canned fish without bones (tuna, sardines), green vegetables, legumes.
What are the sources of Phosphorus?
Meat, fish, poultry, eggs, milk, processed foods.
What are the sources of Iron?
Organ meats, red meats, fish, poultry, shellfish, egg yolks, legumes, dried fruits, dark leafy vegetables, iron enriched breads and cereals.
What are the sources of Zinc?
Meats, poultry, fish, leavened whole grains, vegetables.
What are the sources of Iodine?
Seafood, dairy products, bread, foods grown in iodine rich soil.
What are the effects of a Sodium deficiency on the body?
Nausea and muscle cramps, low blood pressure.
