Minerals Inorganic substances the body cannot manufacture.

Electrolytes (the salts in your body) You lose electrolytes when you sweat, and you must replace them by drinking fluids.

Calcium An important function –Builds strong bones and teeth. Food Sources

Phosphorous An important function: helps form healthy bones and teeth. Food sources:

Potassium An important function –helps with muscle and nervous system function. Food sources

Sulfur An important function – healthy hair, skin and nails. Food source

Sodium An important function –Used to regulate blood pressure. Food Source

Chloride An important function: –keep the amount of fluid inside and outside of cells in balance. Food source

Magnesium An important function: helps the heart stay in rhythm Food source

Iron An important function –helps red blood cells carry oxygen. Food source

Zinc An important function: –important for normal growth. Food source

Copper An important function –helps in the production of red blood cells Food source

Manganese An important function –Helps convert protein and fat to energy. Food source

Iodine An important function promotes general growth and development Food source

Selenium An important function –Strengthens the immune system. Food source

Fluoride An important function –Strengthen bones and help tooth decay. Food source

Too many mineral may lead to: Too much sodium- Hypertension! (High Blood pressure)

Too much calcium can lead to… *Kidney, bladder, or urinary stones.

Not enough minerals may lead to: Not enough sodium

Not enough iron: (Anemia) - Fatigue

Not enough calcium: Osteoporosis- Spongy, brittle bones

Healthy advice for minerals. Eat a variety of healthy foods, specifically fruits and vegetables Women- maintain 2-3 servings of dairy per day, and make sure to get weight bearing exercise during the bone growth years! Women and Men- Reduce intake of soft drinks… too much phosphoric acid health.com/sodapop_t eethenamel.html