HLTH 230 Study Guide - Action Potential, Magnesium, Alkalosis

• School: Queen's University
• Department: Health Studies
• Course: HLTH 230
• Professor: Jeffery Lalonde

Document Summary

Interference with absorp. sources: milk, milk products, fish with bones, calcium-set tofu, greens and legumes. Necessary for activation of enzymes + b vitamins. Diet adequate in protein generally adequate in phosphorus. Not a result of over eating certain foods. From k+ supplements + salt substitutes sources: fresh fruits and vegetables. Endurance athletes (lose salt, drink too much water -> hyponatremic) Salt (nacl) has greater effect on bp than na+ and cl- alone salt sensitivity: high salt intake -> bp low salt intake -> bp. High na+ intake associated with ca+ excretion (influence on bone loss less clear) *processed vegetarian foods are much higher in na+ (processing foods decreases potassium and increases na+) sources: salt, soy sauce, processed foods, moderate amounts of milk and eggs. Symptoms: vomiting sources: legumes, nuts, seeds, whole grains, dark green veg, chocolate, cocoa. May occur in alcohol abuse, kidney disorders, vomiting, diarrhea.