Minerals

Which of the following is true about potassium? Good intakes of potassium can help to prevent (and correct) hypertension. Potassium is found in good amounts in breads and pasta. Because of the amount of potatoes consumed, Americans easily meet the recommended intake of potassium.

Good intakes of potassium can help to prevent (and correct) hypertension.

A deficiency of __________ is a leading cause of mental retardation worldwide. [More than one answer may be correct.] magnesium iodine zinc iron

Iodine

Which of the following are known to enhance calcium absorption from the digestive tract? [One or more answers may be correct!] pregnancy. oxalates. lactose. stomach acid.

PREGNANCY, LACTOSE, STOMACH ACID

Approximately what percentage of the body's calcium is found in the blood? 25 1 15 5

1%

For people who have high blood pressure and are overweight, losing _______ pounds can help to lower blood pressure.

10

Water makes up _______________% of an adult's body weight

60%

Which of the following ethnic groups has the lowest risk for osteoporosis? Africans Hispanics Asians Caucasians

Africans

Actions to help reduce hypertension:

eat more fruit & veg reduce sodium low fat dairy foods

The DASH diet is more effective in reducing blood pressure than just decreasing sodium alone because it includes which of the following guidelines? [More than one answer could be correct?] add moderate amounts of salt to prepared foods greatly increase intakes of fruits and vegetables avoid dairy products eliminate most grain products from the diet

greatly increase intakes of fruits and vegetables

Another term for high blood pressure is _____________.

hypertension

The DASH diet was devised to prevent?

hypertension

Good sources of absorbable calcium?

tofu broccoli

What could you eat with a food source of iron to facilitate iron absorption?

tomato with tuna/chicken

What helps to increase iron absorption from the diet?

tomatoes

Osteoporosis is most often associated with: higher body fat. weight-bearing exercise. higher body weight. very low body weight.

very low body weight.

Choices for meeting fluid needs:

water/sparkling water plain tea/coffee low-fat cows milk/soy

A deficiency of __________ is a leading cause of mental retardation worldwide. [More than one answer may be correct.] iodine magnesium zinc iron

iodine

What mineral is added to table salt to help prevent goiter?

iodine

What nutrient deficiency during pregnancy may give rise to a child with cretinism? Copper Iodine Chromium Molybdenum

iodine

Worldwide, __________ deficiency is the most common nutrient deficiency. iron calcium zinc chromium

iron

What organ helps to balance body fluids?

kidneys

Blood calcium is critical for:

maintenance of blood pressure. transmission of nerve impulses. muscle contraction.

In general, which type of food provides rich amounts of minerals and in a highly bioavailable form? leafy greens legumes meat, poultry, seafood whole grains

meat, poultry, seafood

Which group is LEAST susceptible to iron-deficiency anemia?

men 20-45 y/o

In which phase of the life cycle is bone loss the greatest? pregnancy lactation menopause puberty

menopause

What is the major cause of iron deficiency? Blood loss Poor nutrition Parasitic infections of the GI tract Hereditary defect

poor nutrition

Which of the following are good food sources of potassium?

potatoes legumes oranges bananas

Almost all (99%) of the calcium in the body is used to: maintain the blood level of calcium within very narrow limits. provide rigidity for the bones and teeth. regulate the transmission of nerve impulses. provide energy for cells.

provide rigidity for the bones and teeth.

Which of the following is the best and safest source of phytochemicals? [More than one answer may be correct.] herbal remedies whole foods supplements

whole foods

Best consumer approach regarding phytochemicals:

Variety of plant foods - legumes, nuts, fruits, vegs, whole grains Food rich in specific phytochemical to reduce risk of health concern

Some of the ways the body maintains calcium balance is by: [One or more answers may be correct!] releasing excess calcium in the urine. absorbing calcium from the intestine. by releasing stored calcium from the bone into the blood.

absorbing calcium from the intestine. by releasing stored calcium from the bone into the blood.

Known risk factors for osteoporosis: (3)

alcohol abuse small frame/underweight caucasian, Asian, hispanic heritage

Which of the following is a source of phytochemicals? berries and seeds chili peppers purple grape juice all of these are sources

all of these are sources

Properties of electrolytes:

attract water charged particles include fat-soluble & water-soluble particles

99 percent of the body's calcium is stored where?

bones & teeth

The most prevalent mineral in the body is _____________. iron calcium phosphorus sodium

calcium

What is the most abundant mineral in the body?

calcium

The bioavailability of iron is high in which of the following foods? [One or more answers may be correct!] Chicken Spinach Orange juice Brown Rice

chicken spinach

Foods high in sodium (>500mg)

cup of tomato soup soy sauce (1tbsp) medium fry (4oz)

Most adults absorb about 30 to 50 percent of the calcium they ingest. True False

false

People with high blood pressure show many obvious symptoms. True False

false

T or F Electrolytes carry an electric current

false