aluminium Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
Q
What does aluminium bind to that affects iron transport?
A
Transferrin
2
Q
What effect does aluminium have on other minerals?
A
Stops other minerals from absorbing and blocks vitamin D
3
Q
List some sources of aluminium.
A
- Diet
- Drinking water
- Drugs (e.g., antacids)
- Vaccines
- Deodorant
- Paints
- Building materials
- Packaging
- Root vegetables
- Food additives (e.g., baking powder)
4
Q
What are the highest contributors to aluminium intake?
A
- Cereal products
- Drinks
- Baby formula
5
Q
Is there limited evidence for acute aluminium toxicity?
A
True
6
Q
What conditions are associated with chronic aluminium toxicity?
A
- Alzheimer’s
- Dementia
- Cancer
7
Q
How can chronic aluminium toxicity be treated?
A
- Calcium
- Magnesium
- Zinc
- Silica
