minerals

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  • What mineral is essential for strong bones and teeth?
    Calcium
  • Why does the body need calcium?
    It helps maintain strong bones and teeth
  • Which foods are good sources of calcium?
    Dairy milk and cheese
  • What happens if you do not have enough calcium?
    It can lead to weak bones and rickets
  • What is the consequence of having too much calcium?
    It can cause hypercalcemia
  • What mineral is important for producing red blood cells?
    Iron
  • Why does the body need iron?
    It produces red blood cells and hemoglobin
  • Which foods are good sources of iron?
    Dark chocolate and green vegetables
  • What happens if you do not have enough iron?
    It can lead to anemia and fatigue
  • What is the consequence of having too much iron?
    It can cause iron overload
  • What mineral helps regulate water and temperature levels?
    Sodium
  • Why does the body need sodium?
    It regulates water and temperature levels
  • Which foods are good sources of sodium?
    Processed foods and table salt
  • What happens if you do not have enough sodium?
    It can lead to hyponatremia
  • What is the consequence of having too much sodium?
    It can cause high blood pressure
  • What are the potential problems associated with sodium deficiency?
    It can lead to water imbalance and cramps
  • What are the potential problems associated with sodium excess?
    It can lead to cardiovascular diseases
  • What is the relationship between sodium and blood pressure?
    High sodium intake can increase blood pressure
  • What is the role of sodium in the body?
    It helps maintain fluid balance and nerve function
  • What happens if you have too much sodium?
    It can lead to high blood pressure and CVD
  • What is the consequence of sodium deficiency?
    It can lead to problems in water balance
  • What is the consequence of sodium excess?
    It can lead to cardiovascular diseases
  • What is the relationship between sodium and water levels?
    Sodium regulates water levels in the body
  • What is the role of sodium in temperature regulation?
    Sodium helps maintain temperature levels