Minerals
Which food group is a significant source of calcium?
Dairy products
A key function of sodium in the body is to:
Maintain extracellular fluid balance
One crucial function of fluoride is to:
Strengthen bones and teeth
The primary role of iron in the blood is to:
Carry and transport oxygen
What is a general food source for potassium?
All foods, especially meats
What is the recommended daily calcium intake for adults?
1000-1300 mg
What is one general role of minerals in the human body?
Promote normal growth
Sodium is primarily known as:
A major electrolyte
Anaemia is a well-known condition resulting from a deficiency of:
Iron
Which function is directly attributed to magnesium?
Transmitting nerve impulses
Besides milk, what common oral hygiene product can be a source of fluoride?
Toothpaste with fluoride
Tooth decay is often a sign of insufficient intake of which mineral?
Fluoride
A deficiency in magnesium can lead to:
Malfunction of muscles
According to the text, what type of compounds are minerals?
Inorganic compounds
A primary function of calcium is to:
Strengthen bones and teeth
A malfunction of heart muscles and other muscles is an effect of deficiency in:
Potassium
A food source known for its magnesium content is:
Green vegetables
Dehydration, muscle cramps, and kidney failure are associated with a deficiency in:
Sodium
Potassium plays a crucial role in:
Muscle contraction
What is the typical daily requirement for iron in adults?
8-18 mg
What is the recommended daily potassium intake for adults?
2000 mg
Which of the following is a good food source for iron?
Red meat
Which three minerals are essential for athletes due to supplementary loss through sweating?
Calcium, Iron, Potassium
The mineral responsible for producing thyroid hormones is:
Iodine
A deficiency in calcium can lead to:
Weak or brittle bones