Electrolytes

Question 1

Calcium food sources

Answer 1

Cheese, Yogurt, Squash, Almonds

Question 2

calcium function

Answer 2

Performs vital daily functions; bone and muscle, Very important in the process of muscle contraction by facilitating the interaction between actin and myosin during contraction. Also plays a role in blood clotting, regulating heart rhythm and nerve functions.

Question 3

calcium def

Answer 3

Muscle cramps, achy muscles, abnormal heart rate, poor appetite, numbness/tingling in fingers

Question 4

sodium food source

Answer 4

Soup, cheese, salty snacks (nuts, chips, popcorn, pretzels), baked goods (bread, muffins, cookies, crackers), pizza, lasagna, sauces, and condiments

Question 5

sodium functions

Answer 5

Conduct nerve impulses, contract and relax muscles, and maintain the proper balance of water and minerals

Question 6

sodium def

Answer 6

Hyponatremia: nausea, vomiting, confusion, energy loss, restlessness, seizures

Question 7

potassium food source

Answer 7

Raisins, beans, potatoes, winter squash, spinach, avocado

Question 8

potassium function

Answer 8

Foods and as a supplement. Its main role in the body is to help maintain normal levels of fluid inside our cells.

Potassium is found naturally in many foods and as a supplement. Its main role in the body is to help maintain normal levels of fluid inside our cells.

Question 9

potassium def

Answer 9

Fatigue, muscle weakness/damage, constipation, abnormal heart beat, hypokalemia, increased urination, paralysis.

Question 10

chloride food source

Answer 10

Table salt/sea salt, seaweed, rye, tomatoes, lettuce, celery, olives

Question 11

chloride function

Answer 11

Chloride is one of the most electrically charged minerals. It works with other electrolytes ex. sodium + potassium to balance acids + bases in your body (acts as a buffer. It also aids in moving fluid in and out of cells.

Question 12

chloride def

Answer 12

Fluid loss, dehydration, fatigue, difficulty breathing, vomiting

Question 13

Magnesium food source

Answer 13

Whole gained, dark green leafy veggie, low-fat milk, yogurt, dried beans, legumes, nuts

Question 14

magnesium function

Answer 14

Magnesium plays important roles in the body supporting muscle and nerve function and energy production. It also improves heart health and overall performance.

Regulating muscle and nerve function, blood sugar levels, blood pressure, making proteins, bones, and DNA.

Question 15

magnesium def

Answer 15

loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, insomnia, fatigue, and weakness. Extreme deficiency can cause numbness, muscle cramps, seizures, personality changes, and abnormal heart rhythm.