NUTR 120 Chapter Notes - Chapter 10-12: Parathyroid Gland, Water–Electrolyte Imbalance, Hypertension

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Electrolytes: positively and negatively charged ions that conduct an electrical current in solution. Sodium, potassium, and chloride in the canadian diet. Intake of sodium and chloride is very high and low in potassium. The reason to restrict salt because they have been implicated as a risk factor for hypertension. Hypertension: blood pressure that is consistently elevated to 140/90 mm hg or greater. Rare if water needs are met and kidneys are functioning normally. Genetics, age, existing disease conditions, and lifestyle factors. High intakes of fibre and the minerals potassium, magnesium, and calcium are associated with low blood pressure. Reducing sodium levels in processed foods and restaurant foods. Choosing a diet and lifestyle to prevent hypertension. Reduce sodium and the desire for salt decreases. Minerals: in nutrition, elements needed by the body in small amounts for structure and to regulate chemical reactions and body processes. Major minerals include electrolytes, calcium, phosphorus, and magnesium.

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