Learning outcomes
By the end of this module the learner will be able to:
- Discuss the major and trace minerals the body requires, including functions, sources and effects of deficiency or excess on general and oral health.
- Discuss the physiological roles of water, electrolytes, sodium and potassium.
- Identify sources of minerals from CFG.
- Discuss how minerals optimize health to prevent disease
| Recommended Daily Allowance of some minerals | |
| Calcium | 1,000 – 1300 mg/day ( varies with growth, if pregnant, after menopause) |
| Phosphorous | 700 mg/day |
| Sodium | 1500 mg/day |
| Potassium | 4700 mg/day |
| Magnesium | 11 mg/day |
| Iron | Men 8 mg/day, women 18 mg/day women 50+ 8 mg/day. Pregnancy 27 mg/day |
| Zinc | Men 11 mg/day women 9.5 mg/day |