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Minerals
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What are minerals
Inorganic substances found in food which make up bones and tissues in the body
Why are they important?
Build bones, tissues and regulate body processes
What are the two categories?
Macro minerals ( macronutrients) needed in large amounts in the
bodyCalcium, Phosphorus, Magnesium, sodium, potassium
2 categoreis continued
Micro mineralsNeeded in smaller
amounts in the body
Calcium
FunctionStrengthens bones and teeth SourcesDairy, fish, leafy green
vegetables
Calcium Deficiency
OsteoporosisSymptomsBrittle bones, curved backRisk factorsFair skinned, blond, smoker,
infrequent exerciser, more than moderate drinker, Caucasian
The person on the right has osteoporosis
This is a picture of a bone- the one on the right is breaking down due to loos
of calcium
Phosphorus
FunctionWorks with calcium to
strengthen bones and teeth
Sources Meat poultry, dairy
products
MagnesiumFunctionHelps cells use protein, fats and
carbs to produce energy
Magnesium Continued
SourceGrains and nutsDeficiencyCan occur in alcoholics
Sodium, Chloride and potassium
FunctionControls fluid flow through the
cells in the body SourcesProcessed foods, bananas
Macro mineral review- complete this on the back of your
packetA. Develops strong bones and teeth
B. Helps absorb nutrients and keep fluid balanced C. Works with calcium and helps the body use other nutrients D. Helps with the nervous system and helps to use energy efficiently
Identify the mineral- complete on back of
packet Same foods as calciumProcessed foodNutsFish and dairy
Trace elements
Also known as micro minerals
Iron
FunctionForms hemoglobin which carries
oxygen through the bodyFood sourceLiver, egg yolk, enriched breads
and cereals
Iron Deficiency
Anemia- loss of appetite, tired, pale, inability to concentrate - Common in women
Fluorine ( Fluoride)
Healthy teeth
Source- drinking water