Explain Minerals requirement during thyphoid
Minerals: Loss of electrolytes and water is observed due to diarrhoea. Thus liberalizing on sodium intake through salty soups, beverages are desired. Potassium intake can be increased by emphasizing cooked fruits, low fibre vegetables, washed and dehusked pulses. Food preparations in forms like juices, stews, soups and dal water are beneficial. The other minerals, which are of importance, include iron particularly if blood is lost due to haemorrhage in the intestines. Losses of zinc and chromium have also been observed.