Question

Minerals question i have named all 16 minerals already i just need the function Major or trace ,Food Source,Name of deficiency or symptoms of deficiency,and toxicity and yes or No answer.

There will be a total of 16 minerals (7 major & 9 trace) Minerals

Name – both name and number if given	Function Major or trace if minerals	4 food sources	Name of deficiency or symptoms of deficiency	Toxicity Yes or no
1.Calcium
2.Magnesium
3.Potassium
4.Sodium
5.Sulfer
6.Phosphorous
7.Chloride
8.Zinc
9.Iron
10.Copper
11.Iodine
12.Selenium
13.Manganese
14.Chromium
15.Floride
16.Molybdenum

Answer 1

calcium

major function

Calcium is required for vascular contraction and vasodilation, muscle function, nerve transmission, intracellular signalling and hormonal secretion.

food sources

Milk, yoghurt, and cheese are rich natural sources of calcium.
Non-dairy sources include vegetables, such as Chinese cabbage, kale, and broccoli.

deficiency

hypocalcemia.

symptoms

• confusion or memory loss
• muscle spasm
• numbness
• depression
• hallucination
• muscle cramps
• weak and brittle nails and bones.

poison

no

excessively high levels of calcium in the blood known as hypercalcemia can cause renal insufficiency, vascular and soft tissue calcification, hypercalciuria (high levels of calcium in the urine) and kidney stones.

MAGNESIUM

Magnesium is vital for the proper functioning of hundreds of enzymes.
functions
it acts as an activator for many intracellular enzyme systems and plays a role in carbohydrate and protein metabolism.

food sources
spinach, sunflower seeds, almonds, and shrimp are some of the foods high in magnesium

Symptoms

• loss of appetite
• nausea and vomiting
• fatigue
• numbness and tingling
• muscle cramps
• seizures
• personality changes
• heart rhythm changes and spasms

poison

yes

An overdose of magnesium from dietary sources is unlikely because any excess magnesium that is consumed in food will be eliminated in the urine.However, a high intake of magnesium from supplements can lead to gastrointestinal problems, such as diarrhoea, nausea, and cramping.Very large doses can cause kidney problems, low blood pressure, urine retention, nausea and vomiting, depression and lethargy, a loss of central nervous system (CNS) control, cardiac arrest, and possibly death.

SODIUM

Sodium is a mineral that’s essential for life.

function
it helps control your body’s fluid balance. It also helps send nerve impulses and affects muscle function.

food source

• Smoked, cured, salted or canned meat, fish or poultry i
• Frozen breaded meats and dinners,
• Canned entrees, such as ravioli, spam and chilli.
• Salted nuts.

symptoms

• Nausea and vomiting
• Headache
• Confusion
• Loss of energy and fatigue
• Restlessness and irritability
• Muscle weakness, spasms or cramps
• Seizures
• Coma

poison
no
The development of hyperosmolality from the water loss can lead to neuronal cell shrinkage and resultant brain injury. Loss of volume can lead to circulatory problems (eg, tachycardia, hypotension). Rapid free-water replacement can cause cerebral oedema.