HUMAN NUTRITION

Detailed explanation-1: -Phosphorus. A major mineral in the body’s bone crystal, phosphorus is found in dairy products and meat, as well as shellfish, beans, sunflower seeds, lentils, sardines, and cheese. Magnesium. Primarily found in bone crystals, magnesium improves bone strength. Vitamin K. Vitamin C. Vitamin A.

Detailed explanation-2: -Bone is a living, growing tissue. It is made mostly of two materials: collagen (KOL-uh-juhn), a protein that provides a soft framework, and calcium (KAL-see-uhm), a mineral that adds strength and hardness. This combination makes bone strong and flexible enough to hold up under stress.

Detailed explanation-3: -VITAMIN D, CALCIUM, AND EXERCISE Dietary sources of vitamin D include oily fish such as salmon and swordfish, with lesser amounts in tuna and other fish. It is difficult to consume sufficient amounts of vitamin D from dietary sources alone.

Detailed explanation-4: -Magnesium. Why it’s important: Magnesium helps your body absorb and retain calcium to help build and strengthen bones and prevent osteoporosis. Since your body is not good at storing magnesium, it is vital to make sure you get enough of it in your diet.