Question

A diet that is low in meat, poultry and fish, yet high in vegetables (including lots of green leafy vegetables) and fruit might be low in which minerals?

1. Calcium, potassium, iron

2. Potassium, chromium, iron, zinc

3. Chromium, zinc

4. Iron, zinc, magnesium

Answer 1

The answer is 2. Potassium, chromium, iron, zinc

Explanation: A diet that is low in meat, poultry and fish means low in minerals like Potassium, chromium, iron, zinc.

as compared to the diet with high in vegetables and fruits.

1. Calcium: It helps to build strong bones and teeth and regulate the heartbeat.

Good sources of calcium include:

• dairy foods - such as milk, cheese and butter
• green leafy vegetables – such as broccoli and cabbage
• fortified soya products
• fortified cereals - including bread

2. Potassium: Sources are:

• fruit – such as bananas
• some vegetables – such as broccoli, parsnips and brussels sprouts
• pulses
• nuts and seeds
• fish and shellfish
• meat

3. Iron: Sources are:

• meat – such as beef and liver
• beans
• nuts
• dried fruit – such as dried apricots
• wholegrains – such as brown rice
• fortified breakfast cereals
• most dark-green leafy vegetables – such as watercress and curly kale

Chromium and Zinc are Trace elements. They are essential for body but we need them in small quantity.

4. Zinc: Sources are:

• Meat. Meat is an excellent source of zinc (4)
• Shellfish. Shellfish are healthy, low-calorie sources of zinc. ...
• Legumes. Legumes like chickpeas, lentils and beans all contain substantial amounts of zinc. ...
• Seeds
• Nuts
• Dairy
• Eggs
• Whole Grains

5. Chromium: Sources are:

• Vegetables such as broccoli, potatoes, and green beans
• Whole-grain products
• Beef and poultry
• Fruits, including apples and bananas; grape juice
• Milk and dairy products