HUMAN NUTRITION

NUTRITION

ESSENTIAL NUTRIENTS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is the primary function of minerals in the body?
A
helps store energy
B
help make you smarter
C
Helps with various processes necessary for growth and maintenance of life
D
Improve eye sight
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Minerals are important for your body to stay healthy. Your body uses minerals for many different jobs, including keeping your bones, muscles, heart, and brain working properly. Minerals are also important for making enzymes and hormones. There are two kinds of minerals: macrominerals and trace minerals.

Detailed explanation-2: -Some examples include calcium, phosphorus, potassium, sulphur, sodium, chloride, magnesium. Trace minerals (microminerals), although equally important to bodily functions are required in smaller amounts. Examples include iron, zinc, copper, manganese, and iodine selenium.

Detailed explanation-3: -Vitamins and minerals boost our immunity, help in normal growth and development, and help cells and organs in their function.

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