Question

Because she is so active, cardiovascular fitness is important to Vicky. She learns that hemoglobin is an important globular protein molecule in red blood cells that carries oxygen, and that adequate dietary protein and the mineral _____ are needed for her body to build enough hemoglobin.

Answer 1

Iron is a mineral that is required to produce hemoglobin or the oxygen-carrying red blood cells.  Lacking iron would lead to anemia. To support iron requirement in the body, one must include iron-rich food such red meat and dark green leafy vegetables in their diet.

Answer 2

The answer is Iron, this is the important mineral that she needs to obtain as this will help her in her ways to cardiovascular fitness as this mineral helps the hemoglobin to build in her body and for her t be able to get enough nutrients.