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Very small amounts of minerals and trace minerals are needed to maintain optimal health. As with all nutrients, deficiencies and excesses of one mineral affect absorption and utilization of the others. The dental hygienist should understand and appreciate the relationships between nutrients present in calcified structures and optimal oral health. Match the nutrient or disorder with its appropriate action or result.
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Minerals
Inorganic elements that are essential for the body to perform various physiological functions and found in foods and supplements.
Glucose
A simple sugar and important energy source for the body, serving as the primary fuel for the brain and muscles during physical activity.
Liver
A vital organ in the body that processes nutrients, detoxifies harmful substances, and produces bile.
Skeletal Muscles
A type of striated muscle tissue which is under voluntary control and is responsible for movement of the skeleton, as well as posture and body position.
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