Mineral Supplements

Reflect on your mineral and water intake and respond to the following questions:

• Do you take any mineral supplements outside of your daily food intake?  Why or why not?
• How much salt do you consume daily?  Should you make any changes in this area?  Why or why not?
• Osteoporosis can be an issue as we age.  Is this a concern for you or family members and what steps do you take to prevent this?
• How much water do you drink in a day?
• Do you keep up with the amount you drink every day?
• Has this chapter made an impression on you about the importance of water for our bodies?  Explain.