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Water and the Major Minerals

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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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