Relate the importance of water to maintain good health.

Match the following major and trace minerals to their functions and their dietary sources. Function Dietary Sources meats, legumes, and whole grains table salt Calcium regulates water balance part of amino acids and vitamins Phosphorus fruits such as whole grains and leafy green vegetables bananas, vegetables, and bran Magnesium dairy products and leafy green vegetables part of enzymes needed for nerve and muscle Potassium contraction nerve conduction and builds strong muscle bones and teeth Sulfur contraction meat, dairy, and sunflower bone and soft Sodium and Chloride tissue growth seeds

What are the most important electrolytes of the body and what are their main functions? 2. Where are electrolytes found in the body?   3. Why do our bodies need electrolytes?

A runner drinks three cups of caffeinated coffee to prevent becoming dehydrated while completing a marathon. Do you think this practice will help prevent dehydration or promote dehydration? Explain your answer