Types and Functions of Minerals
Kinds - Kinds of Minerals and Their Functions for the Body
Various kinds of minerals in our body classified as quite a lot of needs to help the metabolic process. The definition of mineral is an organic substance commonly found in the form of ions. Minerals needed
in various roles for the body namely to stabilize the balance of acid base, and also carry out the process of formation in the structure of the body.
Various Minerals:
1. Calcium
2. Iodine
3. Iron
4. Magnesium
5. Phosphorus
6. Sulfur
7. Potassium
8. Chlorine
9. Sodium
10. Zinc
Due to excess minerals, the explanation is as follows:
Excess sodium can cause poisoning.
Excess chlorine can cause vomiting.
Excess calcium can trigger kidney stones.
Excess phosphorus can cause seizures.
Excess sulfur will inhibit the growth process.
Due to mineral deficiency, the explanation is as follows:
Sodium deficiency can cause a decrease in appetite and convulsions.
Chlorine deficiency can cause severe diarrhea, excessive sweating and vomiting.
Lack of calcium causes parts of the bones to become fragile, very easy to bend, less strong, and also growth will be disrupted.
Lack of phosphorus causes damage to bone.
Magnesium deficiency causes diarrhea and vomiting.
