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Revision as of 11:32, 16 September 2018
Key Stage 3
Meaning
Minerals are different naturally occurring elements and compounds.
Minerals in our Diet
- Minerals are an essential part of a healthy diet.
- We need minerals for the body to build certain proteins.
Some minerals you should know:
- Iron - Used to make red blood cells.
- Calcium - Used to keep bones and teeth strong.
- Sodium - Used in nerve cells to send signals around the body.
- Iodine - Used in the thyroid gland to make special proteins called hormones.
Minerals in Food
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| Red meat contains lots of Iron. | Yoghurt, milk and cream are a good source of calcium. | Fruit have lots of different minerals inside. | Vegetables have lots of different minerals. |