Minerals: Functions and Sources The body needs many minerals; these are called essential minerals . Essential minerals are sometimes divided up into major minerals (macrominerals) and trace minerals (microminerals). A balanced diet usually provides all of the essential minerals. The two tables below list minerals, what they do in the body (their functions), and their sources. Major minerals Mineral Function Sources Sodium Needed for proper fluid balance, nerve transmission, and muscle contraction Table salt, soy sauce; large amounts in processed foods; small amounts in milk, breads, vegetables, and unprocessed meats Chloride Needed for proper fluid balance, stomach acid Table salt, soy sauce; large amounts in processed foods; small amounts in milk, meats, breads, and vegetables Potassium Needed for proper fluid balance, nerve transmission, and muscle contraction Meats, milk, fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, legumes Calciu...
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ReplyDelete00:00 Introduction
01:12 High blood pressure
02:47 Arthritis
03:59 Diabetes
05:10 Obesity
06:59 ADD/ADHD & Autism
08:43 Depression
09:07 Low energy & fatigue
09:51 Sleep disorders
10:47 Skin problem
12:18 Cancer
13:47 Birth defects
15:10 Alzheimer's disease
16:37 Cardiovascular disease
19:51 Conclusion
ReplyDelete00:00 Introduction
01:12 High blood pressure
02:47 Arthritis
03:59 Diabetes
05:10 Obesity
06:59 ADD/ADHD & Autism
08:43 Depression
09:07 Low energy & fatigue
09:51 Sleep disorders
10:47 Skin problem
12:18 Cancer
13:47 Birth defects
15:10 Alzheimers disease
16:37 Cardiovascular disease
19:51 Conclusion