“The Body Company.” Each student will “apply” for a job as a mineral by describing (in an interview) what that mineral n can do for the company and which other nutrients

To help you learn all the minerals, we will set up “The Body Company.” Each student will “apply” for a job as a mineral by describing (in an interview) what that mineral n can do for the company and which other nutrients it works best with. In the description, include the role of the mineral, food sources, precursor (if applicable), as well as the effects of deficiency and toxicity.  (Use Iron has mineral)

See example below:

Phosphorus

Hello everyone. My name is phosphorus and I can be an essential part of your company. You can find me in foods such as meat/poultry, fish, milk, eggs, nuts, seeds, beans etc… I can help your company build strong bones and teeth, filter out waste in the kidneys, manage how your company stores and uses its energy, grow, repair, and maintain your company’s tissues and cells etc… If you do not choose to pick me for the benefit of your company, you may experience joint or bone pain, loss of appetite, irritability or anxiety, fatigue and poor bone development in children. However, too much of me can be toxic. When you have too much of me, I may cause your company’s tissues and organs to harden. Nevertheless, only individuals who experience problems regulating their calcium levels encounter these issues. Also, I work well with calcium to help your company succeed. Overall, I’m a good asset to your company and you should choose me to help you.