Minerals and their deficiency symptoms

It is needed for strong bones and teeth. It also supports proper function of your blood vessels, muscles, nerves, and hormones.Lack of this mineral over the long term can lead to decreased bone mineral density called osteopenia.

• Calcium

• Iron

• Iodine

• Fluorine

More than half of this mineral in your body is in red blood cells. It is an important part of hemoglobin, a protein that carries oxygen to your tissues.

• Calcium

• Iron

• Iodine

• Magnesium

Symptoms of deficiency of this Mineral are:

• -Swelling of thyroid glands in the neck.

  -A visible lump (goiter) on your neck.

• -Weight gain, fatigue and weakness.

  -Thinning hair.

• -Dry skin.

  Feeling colder than usual.

• Iron

• Zinc

• Calcium

• Iodine

The main signs of deficiency of this specific mineral are cavities and weak bones. The first sign of deficiency is usually cavities. This is because it can cause your enamel to become weak and prone to decay

• Iron

• Magnesium

• Iodine

• Fluorine

Minerals are organic compounds that regulate metabolic activities

• True

• False

This mineral helps the body control the balance of fluids and keeps your heart healthy and functioning correctly.

Good sources of this mineral could be banana

• Calcium

• Phosphorus

• Potassium

• Zinc

Bonus Question: The Venus Flytrap captures insect to obtain a specific element which is lacking in the soil. Which element is it?