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Sodium

Questions on sodium

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Sodium’s main role in the body is as what? Electrolyte
What are the three main electrolytes? Sodium, chloride, and potassium
What is sodium’s chemical symbol? Na⁺
What is chloride’s chemical symbol? Cl⁻
What is the main positively charged ion outside of cells? Sodium (Na⁺)
What is the main positively charged ion inside of cells? Potassium (K⁺)
What is the main negatively charged extracellular ion? Chloride (Cl⁻)
What is the chemical name for salt? Sodium chloride (NaCl)
What are the main functions of sodium? Maintains fluid balance, blood volume, nerve transmission, and muscle contraction
What is the adequate intake (AI) for sodium for adults? 1,500 mg per day
What is the upper limit for sodium intake set by the American Heart Association? 2,300 mg per day
What happens when sodium levels are too high? Can cause fluid imbalance, high blood pressure, kidney disease, heart disease, and stroke
What disease risk increases with high sodium intake besides hypertension? Stomach cancer
What compound in processed meats can form carcinogenic nitrosamines? Sodium nitrite
What usually causes hyponatremia (low blood sodium)? Fluid overload, drug interactions, or prolonged vomiting/diarrhea
What is the best way to reduce sodium intake? Limit processed and fast foods
Name at least three ingredient list terms that indicate added sodium. Monosodium glutamate (MSG), sodium nitrate/nitrite, baking soda, disodium phosphate
What potential concern exists with sea salt? It can contain microplastics from ocean pollution
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