Monday, December 19, 2016

Day 1 Of 2 Macro Minerals

Macro minerals are inorganic nutrients that the human
body requires in large amounts because they carry out
several critical bodily functions. 

Calcium- The function is formation of bones and teeth,
and muscle contraction.
Dietary sources- Dairy products, broccoli, green leafy
vegetables.

Phosphorus- The function is formation of bones and
teeth, and regulation of many body processes.
Dietary sources- Dairy products, meat, fish, chicken,
whole grains and legumes.

Magnesium- The function is acting as an activator of
many enzymes, and influences almost all body processes.
 
Dietary sources- Whole grain cereals, nuts, milk, green
vegetables.


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