FSN 101 Study Guide - Quiz Guide: Anabolic Steroid, Vo2 Max, Food Safety
23 Oct 2016
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Similar size and charges (mg, fe, ca, cu) Iron (fe) is only mineral grain is forti ed with. Look for the us pharmacopeia (usp)- approved brands. Muscle cramps, confusion, constipation, irregular heartbeat, heart failure. 60% of nacl is cl so we consume 5400mg/day. Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the body. Calcium is absorbed by active transport and passive diffusion, depending on the availability of the active form of vitamin d. Bioavailability of calcium is decreased in the presence of tannin, ber. 99% of calcium in the body is found in solid mineral deposits in the bones and teeth. The remaining 1% in found in the intracellular uid, blood and extracellular uid. Calcium found in the body"s uid plays a role in nerve transmission, muscle contractions, blood pressure regulation, blood clotting and the release of hormones. Because needs an acidic environment for good absorption. Increase to ~ 60% during time of need (pregnancy/infancy)
