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Minerals in our Diet

Fluid balance...

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Fluid balance in our body is regulated by ___.

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potassium

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iodine

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C

iron

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zinc

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Solution

The correct option is A potassium
Potassium helps to regulate fluid balance in our body, proper functioning of nerves and muscles. Food items rich in potassium are mushrooms, bananas, peanuts, oranges and green peas.

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