Minerals by Marlayna

Explain what your nutrient is and how it is created? How is it created?

Marlayna — 2014-08-27 13:38:08 UTC

Minerals are in vitamins & help your teeth and bones.

Where can your nutrient be found?

Marlayna — 2014-08-27 13:39:17 UTC

In your bones & your body weight.

Identify food sources.

Marlayna — 2014-08-27 13:39:39 UTC

Calcium, Phospherous, Magnesium, Sodium, Chloride, Potassium, etc.

Why does the body need the nutrient? How much of the nutrient does the body need?

Marlayna — 2014-08-27 13:40:36 UTC

The minerals are a part of your bone structure. You need 4 or 5% of minerals to make up up some of your body weight. The minerals are needed for your body to make it stronger and healthier.

How is the nutrient absorbed in the body? Where is it stored? How is nit used in digestion?

Marlayna — 2014-08-27 13:42:39 UTC

Minerals absorb insorb into your intestines. Most minerals are stored in the bones. Minerals don't normally stay in the body.

Interesting fact you discovered about your nutrient:

Marlayna — 2014-08-29 12:38:09 UTC

They are classified as either major or trace minerals.

What is the most important mineral to eat?

Marlayna — 2014-08-29 12:39:01 UTC

Iron- Carries oxygen throughout your body.

What role does the mineral play in your body?

Marlayna — 2014-08-29 12:39:40 UTC

It prevents diseases, & if not consumed you may get diseases.

What role does the mineral play in your body?

Marlayna — 2014-08-29 12:43:05 UTC

Prevents diseases, & if not consumed, may cause diseases.