Minerals and Trace Elements
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What is the primary function of calcium in the human body?

  • Transport of oxygen
  • Healing wounds
  • Stabilizing the structure of DNA, RNA, and ribosomes
  • Intracellular signalling control of muscles and nerves (correct)
  • What is the most common nutritional deficiency in the world?

  • Iron deficiency (correct)
  • Copper deficiency
  • Selenium deficiency
  • Zinc deficiency
  • Which of the following is a food source rich in calcium?

  • Yeast extract
  • Dark green leafy vegetables (correct)
  • Red meat
  • Dried fruit
  • What is a potential toxicity of excessive iron intake?

    <p>Damage to the liver and other body tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of zinc in the human body?

    <p>Stabilizing DNA, RNA, and ribosomes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential toxicity of ingesting 2g or more of Zinc?

    <p>Nausea, vomiting, and fever</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of Sodium in the body?

    <p>Maintains fluid balance in the body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following foods is a good source of Potassium?

    <p>Fruit juices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential deficiency of Zinc?

    <p>Immune defects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended daily intake of Sodium?

    <p>1.5 grams</p> Signup and view all the answers

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