Calcium Flashcards
1
Q
What are some sources of calcium
A
Milk, cheese, yoghurt, tinned fish, green vegetables, fortified products e.g. cereal
2
Q
What are the functions of calcium
A
Strong healthy bones and teeth in children and teenagers
3
Q
What are two functions of calcium in the body
A
Helps grow teeth and bones in kids and teenagers and helps maintain bones in older people
4
Q
What are two deficiency diseases of calcium
A
Rickets and osteoporosis
