diff --git a/education/nutrition/Minerals.md b/education/nutrition/Minerals.md index af47f2d..a5fa6a2 100644 --- a/education/nutrition/Minerals.md +++ b/education/nutrition/Minerals.md @@ -96,7 +96,8 @@ Zinc is necessary for: - Cofactor for more than 50 enzymes - Proper functioning of the nervous and immune system - Oysters are one of the best sources of Zinc -The bioavailability of zinc is enhanced when eaten with +- Other sources include whole grains, baked beans, beef roast, crab, yogurt, turkey, and soybeans +The bioavailability of zinc is enhanced when eaten with proteins, especially with sulfur containing amino acids ### Zinc Toxicity - Excess of the UL -> Decreases HDL levels @@ -128,4 +129,4 @@ Fluoride is not considered an essential nutrient - Presents tooth decay ### Fluoride Toxicity -- Dental fluorosis is an abnormal change in the appearance of tooth enamel due to chroncially high fluoride exposure during tooth development +- Dental fluorosis is an abnormal change in the appearance of tooth enamel due to chronically high fluoride exposure during tooth development