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3. State the effects to our health caused by deficiencies of the following
minerals
(a) Iodine
(b) Iron
(e) Phosphorus​

Sagot :

Answer:

A. Goitre

B. Anaemia

E. Rickets

Explanation:

Abnormal enlargement of the butterfly-shaped gland below the Adam's apple (thyroid).

A goitre commonly develops as a result of iodine deficiency or inflammation of the thyroid gland.

A condition in which the blood doesn't have enough healthy red blood cells.

Anaemia results from a lack of red blood cells or dysfunctional red blood cells in the body. This leads to reduced oxygen flow to the body's organs.

³A softening and weakening of bones in children, usually due to inadequate vitamin D.

Vitamin D promotes the body’s absorption of calcium and phosphorus. Extreme or prolonged lack of vitamin D makes it difficult to maintain proper calcium and phosphorus levels in bones, which can cause rickets.