Water and Major Minerals Flashcards

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A Precious Resource

Safe drinking water is a very precious resource world-wide.

Many infectious diseases result from drinking _____ water.

Water constitutes approximately ___% (45-65) of a young adult’s (19-50 years) body weight.

The proportion of water is generally ___ in females, ___ individuals, and the ___because of their smaller proportion of ___ __ ___

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Safe drinking water is a very precious resource world-wide. Many infectious diseases result from drinking contaminated water. Water constitutes approximately 60% (45-65) of a young adult’s (19-50 years) body weight. The proportion of water is generally less in females, obese individuals, and the elderly because of their smaller proportion of lean body mass.

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Water: Basic Functions

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Transport of nutrients and waste products Lubrication Maintenance of blood volume Participation in chemical reactions Solvent for nutrients Regulation of body temperature

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Water in the Body: Various ____

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Water in the Body: Various Compartments

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Cell and Its Associated Fluids

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Cell and Its Associated Fluids

Intracellular

Intercellular/Interstitial

Intravascular

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Input of Water

____-___mL

__> ___>____

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Input of Water

1450-2800mL

Liquids>Food>Metabolic Water

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Output of Water

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Output of Water

1450-2800 mL

Kidneys> Skin> Lungs> Feces

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Sources of Water

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___ ___

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Sources of Water * Beverages * Foods * Metabolic water

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The Water Content of Some Foods

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The Water Content of Some Foods

Tomato High

Oil has none

Pb is low

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Maintenance of Fluid Balance

Kidneys:

Respond to ____ blood flow by releasing enzyme: ____

Renin initiates activation of protein _____n to angiotensin

Angiotensin to the :

  • ___ ___s: secrete _____–> Kidneys ____ Na and H20 increasing P
  • __ ___: ____. P increase

Brain:

Hypothalamus responds to ___ salt [] in blood by stimulating ___ ___

Pit Gland releases ___

Kidneys ____ Na and H20 increasing P

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Maintenance of Fluid Balance

Kidneys:

Respond to reduced blood flow by releasing enzyme: renin

Renin initiates activation of protein angiotensinogen to angiotensin

Angiotensin to the :

  • Adrenal Glands: secrete alosterone–> Kidneys retain Na and H20 increasing P
  • Blood vessels: Constrict. P increase

Brain:

Hypothalamus responds to high salt [] in blood by stimulating pituitary gland

Pit Gland releases ADH

Kidneys retain Na and H20 increasing P

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Recommendations for Daily Intake of Water

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Recommendations for Daily Intake of Water

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Water: An Essential but Overlooked Nutrient

Research indicates that fluid consumption in general and water consumption in particular may have an effect on the risk of:

___ ___disease

Several types of ____

___ ___function

___ __ ___

Dehydration in the elderly

Several other conditions!

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Urinary stone disease Several types of cancer Salivary gland function Mitral valve prolapse Dehydration in the elderly Several other conditions!

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Adverse Effects of Dehydration

Mild

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Moderate

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Difficulty

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Severe

_____

____

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Mild Thirst Fatigue Loss of appetite Generalized weakness Moderate Headache Difficulty Irritability Severe Loss of balance Delirium

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Recommendations for Daily Intake of Water

A person who expends ____ calories a day needs about______ liters of water (about _____ cups).

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A person who expends 2000 calories a day needs about 2 to 3 liters of water (about 7 to 11 cups).

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Safety of Drinking Water

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Safety of Drinking Water

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Is Bottled Water Better for You Than Tap Water?

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Is Bottled Water Better for You Than Tap Water?

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Amt of Minerals

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Amt of Minerals

Ca>Ph>K>S>Na>Cl>Mg

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Sodium: Primary Functions

___ __ of ___
___ of ___ ___ ____

____ for ___ ___ and ___ ___

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Major cation of the extra-cellular fluid Maintenance of acid-base balance Essential for nerve transmission and muscle contraction

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Food Sources of Sodium

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Table salt Soy sauce Vegetables Processed Foods Meats

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Processed Foods

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Processed Foods

We add Na to make it taste good

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Chloride: Major___ of ____

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Chloride: Major Anion of ECF

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Functions

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Maintenance of normal fluid and electrolyte balance Maintenance of gastric acidity

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Food Sources

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___ ___

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Food Sources Meats Milk Eggs Processed foods

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Potassium: Primary Functions

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Maintenance of fluid and electrolyte balance Cell integrity Nerve impulse transmission Muscle contractions Cardiac support

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Conditions Associated with Potassium Deficiency

___ ___
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___ ___

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Diabetic acidosis Dehydration Diarrhea Prolonged vomiting

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Potassium Deficiency: Clinical Symptoms \_\_\_ \_\_\_ \_\_\_ \_\_\_
Muscular weakness Paralysis Confusion
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Food Sources of K
Food Sources Fruits and Veggies
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Calcium: The Most ____ Mineral in the Body Only calcium and ____ are present in the body in amounts larger than a \_\_\_\_. \_\_ __ percent of the body’s calcium is found in ___ and \_\_\_
Only calcium and phosphorous are present in the body in amounts larger than a pound. Ninety-nine percent of the body’s calcium is found in bones and teeth.
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Primary Function of Calcium:\_\_\_ of ___ and \_\_\_
Primary Function of Calcium: Mineralization of Bones and Teeth
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Calcium: Other Important Functions \_\_\_ \_\_ \_\_\_ \_\_\_ \_\_\_ \_\_\_ \_\_\_ \_\_\_\_
\* Blood clotting \* Nerve conduction \* Muscle contraction \* Regulation of enzyme action \* Membrane Permeability \* Maintenance of immunity \* Regulation of blood pressure
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Absorption of Calcium: A highly ____ process that is influenced by several factors – \_\_\_, \_\_\_, ___ \_\_\_
A highly regulated process that is influenced by several factors – nutrients, hormones and physical activity.
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Factors That Enhance Calcium Absorption \_\_\_ \_\_ \_\_\_ \_\_\_\_
Vitamin D Lactose Ca:P ratio Hormones that promote growth
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Factors That Decrease Calcium Absorption \_\_\_ \_\_\_ \_\_\_ \_\_\_ \_\_\_
High-fiber diet Phytates Oxalates High-protein diet Aging
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Foods Ranked According to Absorbability
Foods Ranked According to Absorbability Cauliflower high Spinach Low
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Rich Sources of Calcium
Milk and milk products
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Recommended Dietary Allowances/ Dietary Reference Intakes Adults (19-\_\_ yrs) – \_\_\_\_\_mg/day Adults (\_\_+) – \_\_\_/mg/day Tolerable upper level –\_\_\_\_mg/day
Adults (19-50 yrs) – 1000mg/day Adults (51+) – 1200/mg/day Tolerable upper level – 2500mg/day
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Calcium Deficiency Children \_\_\_ \_\_\_(less commonly, \_\_) Adults \_\_\_\_ (\_\_\_ of bone) \_\_\_\_ (\_\_\_ of bones due to inadequate \_\_\_\_)
Children Stunted growth (less commonly, Rickets) Adults Osteoporosis (Loss of bone) Osteomalacia (softening of bones due to inadequate mineralization)
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Normal and Osteoporotic Bone
Normal and Osteoporotic Bone
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Risk Factors for Osteoporosis
Risk Factors for Osteoporosis
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Distorted Body Shape in Osteoporosis
Distorted Body Shape in Osteoporosis Wedged Upper vertebrae Crushed Lower Vertebrae
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Good News: Osteoporosis is \_\_\_\_\_
Good News: Osteoporosis is Preventable!
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Phosphorus Approximately ____ percent of phosphorous is found in bones and teeth in the form of ___ \_\_\_\_. Component of many ___ \_\_\_ Prticipates in ___ \_\_\_ \_\_\_\_
Approximately 80 percent of phosphorous is found in bones and teeth in the form of calcium phosphate. Component of many enzyme systems. Participates in acid-base balance.
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Phosphorus Recommendations and Intakes Diets that provide adequate ___ and ___ also supply adequate phosphorous \_\_\_ ____ (including soft drinks) are usually high in phosphorous (from the \_\_\_\_) . Dietary deficiency of phosphorous is\_\_\_ \_\_\_
Diets that provide adequate energy and protein also supply adequate phosphorous. Processed foods (including soft drinks) are usually high in phosphorous (from the additives). Dietary deficiency of phosphorous is very rare.
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Magnesium
Magnesium
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Magnesium: Primary Functions \_\_ \_\_ \_\_\_ \_\_\_ \_\_\_
Vital role in many biochemical reactions. Contributes to DNA/RNA synthesis. Essential for nerve and heart function. Essential for stabilization of tooth enamel.
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Magnesium: The Forgotten Nutrient For Dental Health?
Prevents dental caries. Associated with periodontal health.
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Magnesium: Other Important Facts Deficiency symptoms are \_\_\_(except with diseases or conditions such as \_\_\_\_, \_\_\_\_, etc.) Significant food sources include\_\_\_ ___ \_\_\_\_ \_\_\_\_
Deficiency symptoms are rare (except with diseases or conditions such as alcoholism, malnutrition, etc.) Significant food sources include nuts, legumes, whole grains and vegetable.
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Sulfur As part of \_\_\_\_, sulfur stabilizes their shape by forming ___ \_\_\_. Part of ___ \_\_\_\_ \_\_\_\_
As part of proteins, sulfur stabilizes their shape by forming disulfide bridges. Part of biotin, thiamin, and the hormone insulin.
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Macrominerals and Hypertension Macrominerals such as ___ \_\_\_\_ ____ are related to maintenance of normal blood pressure. Future research will reveal more definitive roles for these minerals. Stay tuned!
Macrominerals such as calcium, potassium and magnesium are related to maintenance of normal blood pressure. Future research will reveal more definitive roles for these minerals. Stay tuned!