Biology - Important Minerals by Elifsu https://padlet.com/elcekic22/9hxvd45c07fm Made with swagger en-us 2018-10-10 13:16:20 UTC 2025-11-03 07:33:10 UTC hello@padlet.com What does calcium do in our body? elcekic22 https://padlet.com/elcekic22/9hxvd45c07fm/wish/291222273 It is necessary for strong bones and teeth. Our body needs calcium for protecting the body from blood clotting. Calcium is also needed for nervous system. It helps release hormones and enzymes that keep your body working properly.]]> 2018-10-10 13:21:09 UTC https://padlet.com/elcekic22/9hxvd45c07fm/wish/291222273 Sources in food elcekic22 https://padlet.com/elcekic22/9hxvd45c07fm/wish/291224319 It is found in dairy products; such as milk, cheese, and yogurt.
Calcium is also found in nuts, green leafy vegetables, and fortified foods such as breakfast cereal. ]]> 2018-10-10 13:24:33 UTC https://padlet.com/elcekic22/9hxvd45c07fm/wish/291224319 What would happen in case of calcium deficiency? elcekic22 https://padlet.com/elcekic22/9hxvd45c07fm/wish/291231738 If our body doesn’t get enough calcium and vitamin D to support important functions, it takes calcium from your bones. This is called losing bone mass. Losing bone mass makes the inside of your bones become weak and porous. This puts you at risk for the bone disease which is called 'osteolysis' (bone thinning).]]> 2018-10-10 13:35:47 UTC https://padlet.com/elcekic22/9hxvd45c07fm/wish/291231738 What does chloride do in our body? elcekic22 https://padlet.com/elcekic22/9hxvd45c07fm/wish/291236568 Our body needs chloride in order to create gastric juices. It works together with sodium to help keep your body fluids in balance. ]]> 2018-10-10 13:42:51 UTC https://padlet.com/elcekic22/9hxvd45c07fm/wish/291236568 What does magnesium do in our body? elcekic22 https://padlet.com/elcekic22/9hxvd45c07fm/wish/291236712 It is necessary for proper muscle contractions and nerve impulses. It's also necessary for blood sugar control, regulation of blood pressure, and maintaining healthy strong bones. 
 ]]> 2018-10-10 13:43:08 UTC https://padlet.com/elcekic22/9hxvd45c07fm/wish/291236712 Sources in food elcekic22 https://padlet.com/elcekic22/9hxvd45c07fm/wish/291756917 It is found in table salt or sea salt as sodium chloride. It is also found in many vegetables. Foods with higher amounts of chloride include seaweed, rye, tomatoes, lettuce, celery, and olives.]]> 2018-10-11 14:38:36 UTC https://padlet.com/elcekic22/9hxvd45c07fm/wish/291756917 What would happen in case of chloride deficiency? elcekic22 https://padlet.com/elcekic22/9hxvd45c07fm/wish/291759962 The lack of chlorine is usually associated with fluid loss and dehydration. This situation causes symptoms such as fatigue, confusion, and muscle weakness Older people often suffer from dizziness and unconsciousness. Chronic chloride deficiency is related to decreased formation of hydrochloric acid in the stomach.]]> 2018-10-11 14:43:46 UTC https://padlet.com/elcekic22/9hxvd45c07fm/wish/291759962 Sources in food elcekic22 https://padlet.com/elcekic22/9hxvd45c07fm/wish/291823915 It is found in nuts, seeds, whole grains, legumes and dark green vegetables. It's also found in yogurt, salmon, fortified breakfast cereal, bananas, and potatoes.]]> 2018-10-11 16:21:28 UTC https://padlet.com/elcekic22/9hxvd45c07fm/wish/291823915 What would happen in case of magnesium deficiency? elcekic22 https://padlet.com/elcekic22/9hxvd45c07fm/wish/291824483 Symptoms of magnesium deficiency can be uncomfortable and may include fatigue, weakness, numbness or tingling in your arms and legs, muscle cramps, and abnormal heart rhythms. Severe magnesium deficiency can also lead to deficiencies in calcium and potassium as well. ]]> 2018-10-11 16:22:23 UTC https://padlet.com/elcekic22/9hxvd45c07fm/wish/291824483 What does phosphorus do in our body? elcekic22 https://padlet.com/elcekic22/9hxvd45c07fm/wish/291827650 Phosphorus is important for bone growth and normal cell membrane function. It works along with B-complex vitamins to convert the foods you eat into energy that your body needs for all your daily activities. It is stored in bones.]]> 2018-10-11 16:27:07 UTC https://padlet.com/elcekic22/9hxvd45c07fm/wish/291827650 Sources in food elcekic22 https://padlet.com/elcekic22/9hxvd45c07fm/wish/291828446 Phosphorus is found in foods that are high in protein such as nuts, seeds, and legumes. It is also found in milk and milk products and meat and alternatives, such as beans, lentils and nuts. Grains, especially whole grains provide phosphorus.  Phosporus is found in smaller amounts in vegetables and fruit.]]> 2018-10-11 16:28:23 UTC https://padlet.com/elcekic22/9hxvd45c07fm/wish/291828446 What does potassium do in our body? elcekic22 https://padlet.com/elcekic22/9hxvd45c07fm/wish/291909777 Potassium is needed for normal nervous system function, muscle contraction, and can have a profound effect on your health. Proper levels of potassium are also extremely important in maintaining a normal heart rhythm.]]> 2018-10-11 18:44:07 UTC https://padlet.com/elcekic22/9hxvd45c07fm/wish/291909777 Sources in food elcekic22 https://padlet.com/elcekic22/9hxvd45c07fm/wish/291909928 It is found in fruits and vegetables (such as bananas and potatoes), as well as legumes, milk, nuts, and meats.]]> 2018-10-11 18:44:24 UTC https://padlet.com/elcekic22/9hxvd45c07fm/wish/291909928 What would happen in case of phosphorus deficiency? elcekic22 https://padlet.com/elcekic22/9hxvd45c07fm/wish/291910155 Phosphorus deficiency may cause bone diseases such as rickets in children and osteomalacia in adults. An improper balance of phosphorus and calcium may cause osteoporosis.]]> 2018-10-11 18:44:50 UTC https://padlet.com/elcekic22/9hxvd45c07fm/wish/291910155 What would happen in case of potassium deficiency? elcekic22 https://padlet.com/elcekic22/9hxvd45c07fm/wish/291911895 Symptoms of potassium deficiency include kidney disease, overuse of diuretics, excess sweating, diarrhea and vomiting, magnesium deficiency.

]]> 2018-10-11 18:47:53 UTC https://padlet.com/elcekic22/9hxvd45c07fm/wish/291911895 What does sodium do in our body? elcekic22 https://padlet.com/elcekic22/9hxvd45c07fm/wish/291917456 Sodium works along with chloride to maintain fluid balance outside the cells. Sodium intake is important for regulating blood pressure. ]]> 2018-10-11 18:57:26 UTC https://padlet.com/elcekic22/9hxvd45c07fm/wish/291917456 Sources in food elcekic22 https://padlet.com/elcekic22/9hxvd45c07fm/wish/291918286 It is found along with chloride in table salt and it's naturally found in small amounts in a variety of foods. But, most sodium comes from processed foods that contain salt or preservatives made with sodium.]]> 2018-10-11 18:59:09 UTC https://padlet.com/elcekic22/9hxvd45c07fm/wish/291918286 What would happen in case of sodium deficiency? elcekic22 https://padlet.com/elcekic22/9hxvd45c07fm/wish/291918720 Hyponatremia, (the extreme loss of sodium) can trigger symptoms ranging from muscle cramps, nausea, vomiting, and dizziness to shock, coma, and death.]]> 2018-10-11 19:00:04 UTC https://padlet.com/elcekic22/9hxvd45c07fm/wish/291918720 What does oxygen do in our body? elcekic22 https://padlet.com/elcekic22/9hxvd45c07fm/wish/291955302 It permits the body to build energy.
Without oxygen, we would not be able to metabolize foods, our health would suffer, and we would die. It is used by the body in order to help us to respire. Additionally, some particles in oxygen kill bacteria.]]> 2018-10-11 20:34:36 UTC https://padlet.com/elcekic22/9hxvd45c07fm/wish/291955302 Sources in food elcekic22 https://padlet.com/elcekic22/9hxvd45c07fm/wish/291956053 Avocados, berries, ripe bananas, carrots, currants, celery, garlic. (These foods are rich in oxygen. Nearly all foods contain oxygen.)

]]> 2018-10-11 20:37:05 UTC https://padlet.com/elcekic22/9hxvd45c07fm/wish/291956053 What does iron do in our body? elcekic22 https://padlet.com/elcekic22/9hxvd45c07fm/wish/291957496 It helps to transport oxygen throughout the body. It makes hemoglobin (the oxygen-carrying chemical in the body's red blood cells) and myoglobin (a protein in muscle cells). Iron is also essential for activating certain enzymes and for making amino acids, collagen, neurotransmitters, and hormones.]]> 2018-10-11 20:42:18 UTC https://padlet.com/elcekic22/9hxvd45c07fm/wish/291957496 Sources in food elcekic22 https://padlet.com/elcekic22/9hxvd45c07fm/wish/291959015 Shellfish, spinach, liver, legumes, pumpkin seeds, quinoa, turkey, dark chocolate, broccoli, red meat. ]]> 2018-10-11 20:46:27 UTC https://padlet.com/elcekic22/9hxvd45c07fm/wish/291959015 What would happen in case of iron deficiency? elcekic22 https://padlet.com/elcekic22/9hxvd45c07fm/wish/291959562 In case of iron deficiency, 
  • Extreme fatigue
  • Weakness
  • Pale skin
  • Chest pain, fast heartbeat or shortness of breath
  • Headache, dizziness or lightheadedness
  • Cold hands and feet
are observed.
]]> 2018-10-11 20:48:12 UTC https://padlet.com/elcekic22/9hxvd45c07fm/wish/291959562 What does zinc do in our body? elcekic22 https://padlet.com/elcekic22/9hxvd45c07fm/wish/291960422 Zinc is vital for a healthy immune system, correctly synthesizing DNA, promoting healthy growth during childhood, and healing wounds. ]]> 2018-10-11 20:51:26 UTC https://padlet.com/elcekic22/9hxvd45c07fm/wish/291960422 Sources in food elcekic22 https://padlet.com/elcekic22/9hxvd45c07fm/wish/291961469 The best sources of zinc are beans, animal meats, nuts, fish and other seafood, whole grain cereals, and dairy products. Zinc is also added to some breakfast cereals and other fortified foods.]]> 2018-10-11 20:55:56 UTC https://padlet.com/elcekic22/9hxvd45c07fm/wish/291961469 What would happen in case of zinc deficiency? elcekic22 https://padlet.com/elcekic22/9hxvd45c07fm/wish/292022897 Zinc deficiency signs include:
  • loss of appetite
  • anemia
  • slow wound healing
  • skin conditions such as acne or eczema
  • abnormal taste and smell
  • depressed growth
  • diarrhea
  • hair loss
]]> 2018-10-12 04:02:17 UTC https://padlet.com/elcekic22/9hxvd45c07fm/wish/292022897 What would happen in case of oxygen deficiency? elcekic22 https://padlet.com/elcekic22/9hxvd45c07fm/wish/292023627 People may start to experience a lack of coordination. This is because tissues are not getting the oxygen needed to perform basic metabolic processes. Serious health hazards can occur when the tissues of the brain are lacking in oxygen. Furthermore, a person’s lips can turn blue and their judgment becomes seriously impaired. An individual may faint or become unconscious. And just eight minutes of 6-8% oxygen concentration can cause death.

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