Minerals Flashcards
1
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Calcium Function
A
Structural: bones and teeth
signaling: muscle contraction
2
Q
calcium food sources
A
dairy, tofu, broccoli, calcium-fortified OJ
3
Q
calcium bioavailability
A
pregnancy and vitamin D increase bioavailability
phylates/oxalates decrease
4
Q
calcium deficiency
A
osteoperosis
5
Q
sodium function
A
fluid balance, nerve impulses
6
Q
sodium sources
A
table salts, processed foods
7
Q
sodium toxicity
A
increased sodium to potassium ratio = increased risk for high blood pressure
8
Q
potassium function
A
fluid balance, nerve impulses
9
Q
potassium sources
A
fruits and veggies, bananas and tomatoes
10
Q
potassium deficiency
A
intake should be 3x more than sodium
