FOOD20003 Lecture Notes - Lecture 11: Extracellular Fluid, Electrolyte, Osteoclast
21 Jul 2018
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To familiarise students with the role and regulation of water in the body and the various fluid compartments of the body. Outline the main features of water regulation including the role of the kidneys, hypothalamus, pituitary gland, antidiuretic hormone (adh), renin, angiotensin and aldosterone. Discuss the main electrolyte levels in extracellular and intracellular fluid. Describe the osmotic pressure and the movement of fluid. Discuss the role of the kidneys and gi tract in electrolyte balance. Outline the role of electrolytes in acid-base balance. To familiarise students with the seven major minerals in the body and their principle functions and dietary sources. Objectives: having studied the material in this lesson, students should be able to: List the 7 major minerals in the body. Discuss the term bioavailability with reference to known nutrient binders. Outline the major role of sodium, its deficiency and toxicity symptoms and food sources. Outline the major role of chloride, its deficiency and toxicity symptoms and food sources.
