Importance of electrolytes Flashcards
1
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Calcium
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Key component of bones and teeth
Important to the movement of nerve impulses and muscle movement
Contributes to blood clotting
2
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Sodium
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Helps control fluids in the body, impacting blood pressure
Necessary for muscle and nerve function
3
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Potassium
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Regulates your heart and blood pressure Helps balance electrolytes Aids in transmitting nerve impulses Contributes to bone health Necessary for muscle contraction
4
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Bicarbonate
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Helps your body maintain a healthy pH
Regulates heart function
5
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Chloride
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Helps balance electrolytes
Helps balance electrolytes
Balances acidity and alkalinity, which helps maintain a Healthy pH
Essential to digestion