Monday, May 12th, 2008
One of the skills of nutritionists is the development of projects in the area of marketing. The nutritionist can assist your company in the development of technical and scientific materials for food or nutrients used as raw material for food and pharmaceutical industries, highlighting their nutritional characteristics and the association with the maintenance of health, […]
Friday, April 25th, 2008
Zinc is a trace mineral. Major dietary sources of Zinc Include meat, liver, shell fish, milk, whole grains and wheat germ.
Major Body Functions:
Important for the activity of enzymes
Necessary for cell division, growth, wound healing and proper functioning of the immune system
Plays a role in taste and smell acuity
Important in carbohydrate […]
Friday, April 25th, 2008
Sodium is a major mineral. Major dietary sources of Sodium include table salt, soy sauce, monosodium glutamate, cheese, smoked and cured meats, processed and canned foods.
Major Body Functions:
An electrolyte that helps maintain acid-base balance
Helps regulate blood pressure and water balance in cells
Aids in muscle contraction and nerve impulse transmission
Deficiency Symptoms: […]
Read More..>>Thursday, April 24th, 2008
Selenium is a trace mineral. Major dietary sources of Selenium include fish, shellfish, red meat, grains (depending on soil content), eggs, garlic and liver.
Major Body Functions:
Prevents oxidation of unsaturated fatty acids
Helps with proper function of the heart
Needed for proper immune function
Deficiency Symptoms:
Muscular discomfort and weakness
Cardiomyopathy
Excessive Intake and […]
Read More..>>Wednesday, April 23rd, 2008
Potassium is a major mineral. Major dietary sources of Potassium include fruits, vegetables, milk, meat and poultry. Major Body Functions:
An electrolyte that helps maintain acid-base balance
Vital for muscle contraction and nerve impulses
Helps with proper function of heart and kidneys
Aids in regulation of blood pressure and water balance in cells
Deficiency Symptoms: […]
Read More..>>Tuesday, April 22nd, 2008
Potassium is a major mineral. Major dietary sources of Potassium include fruits, vegetables, milk, meat and poultry.
Major Body Functions:
An electrolyte that helps maintain acid-base balance
Vital for muscle contraction and nerve impulses
Helps with proper function of heart and kidneys
Aids in regulation of blood pressure and water balance in cells
Deficiency Symptoms: […]
Read More..>>Tuesday, April 22nd, 2008
Phosphorus is a major mineral. Major dietary sources of Phosphorus include most foods, especially fish, meat, poultry, dairy products, eggs, peas, legumes (dried beans) and nuts.
Major Body Functions:
Required for formation of healthy bones and teeth
Necessary for energy metabolism
Deficiency Symptoms:
Bone loss characterized by weakness, anorexia, fatigue and pain
Excessive Intake and […]
Read More..>>Monday, April 21st, 2008
Molybdenum is a trace mineral. Major dietary sources of Molybdenum include milk, whole grains, liver, legumes (dried beans) and dark green leafy vegetables.
Major Body Functions:
Activates certain enzymes in the body
Necessary in energy metabolism
Aids in blood, cartilage and bone formation
Deficiency Symptoms:
Deficiency is rare
Irritability, amino acid intolerance and coma have […]
Monday, April 21st, 2008
Manganese is a trace mineral. Major dietary sources of Manganese include whole grains, nuts, legumes (dried beans), vegetables, fruit, instant coffee, tea, and cocoa powder.
Major Body Functions:
Vital to reproduction
Necessary in energy metabolism
Aids in blood, cartilage and bone formation
Deficiency Symptoms:
Possibly nausea and vomiting
Excessive Intake and Toxicity Symptoms:
No evidence of […]
Read More..>>Sunday, April 20th, 2008
Iron is a trace mineral. Major dietary sources of Iron include liver, kidneys, red meat, poultry, eggs, peas, legumes (dried beans), dried fruits, dark green leafy vegetables, enriched breads and cereals. Heme Iron (found in animal products) is better absorbed by the body than non-heme Iron (found in plants). To enhance non-heme Iron absorption, eat […]
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