Perspectives in Nutrition, 5/e

Gordon M. Wardlaw, Ohio State University
Margaret W. Kessel, Ohio State University

Water and the Major Minerals

Learning Objectives

By the end of this chapter, the student should be able to:

State the key roles of water in the body.

Discuss the daily water needs of humans.

List the primary functions, recommended intakes, and deficiency/toxicity issues for each macromineral.

Understand how each macromineral is absorbed, transported, and excreted.

Select foods that are concentrated sources of each mineral.

Understand the dietary factors that affect blood pressure.

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