NUTR100 Chapter Notes -Dash Diet, Critical Role, Hyperkalemia
30 Apr 2013
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Functions of water: essential for life, required for fluid and electrolyte balance and many metabolic reactions. Recommendation for water: varies with climate, activity and body size, recommendation for adult men is 3. 7 liters, recommendation for adult women is 2. 7 liters. What if you drink too much water: becoming over hydrated is rare, can result in a dilution of sodium leading to hyponatermia, a life threatening condition. What if you don"t drink enough water: dehydration. Fluid and electrolyte balance: associated with bp and ph balance in the body, required for nerve impulse transmission, assists in the transport of certain nutrients (ex. Recommended intake: adequate intake is 1. 5 g/day (1500 mg/day, upper level is 2. 3 g/day (2300 mg/day) Sodium content of foods: many high sodium foods can be replaced by a lower sodium alternative, choose low sodium pickles, pork roast, low sodium soup, and baked potatoes.
