FN - Foods & Nutrition FN 30300 Chapter Notes - Chapter 8: Phytic Acid, Hemoglobin, Immune System
28 Mar 2017
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Typical american diet ranges from 3,000-5,000 mg daily. Found in small amounts in all foods. Electrolyte located mostly in blood and body fluids. Typical american intake is between 2200 to 3400 mg/day. May reduce: blood pressure, fight cancer, prevent kidney stones, reduce obesity. Typical american consumes about 800 mg day. Best source - milk, yogurt, and cheese. Good source broccoli, kale, canned salmon, tofu. Caffeine and phosphorous can prevent calcium absorption. Calcium carbonate is most common form but needs acid in stomach. Calcium citrate can be taken anytime during the day. Maintain healthy muscle, nerves, bone, and heart. Lower blood pressure: reduce risk of diabetes. Typical american intake is about 220 to 320 mg/day. Good source - meat, dairy, and eggs. Amino acid-helps shape some enzymes and hormones. Require smaller amounts per day, less than 15 mg. Vegetarians need to consume up 32 grams per day since plant proteins are a lesser source.
