A mineral that is important in the body to help maintain water balance, aid the conduction of nerve impulses and muscle contraction, and help to maintain a normal heart rhythm. The level of sodium in the body is controlled by the kidneys.
Sodium is a vital though often over consumed mineral found throughout the body, usually in the form of sodium chloride or table salt. In liquid solution along with the minerals potassium and chloride, it forms part of the blood, lymph and intracellular fluids that bath and feed all human cells. Together these nutrients maintaining the body's proper water balance and blood chemistry. Sodium is also required for digestion, muscular functions, and smooth functioning of the nervous system. See: Thermotabs
one of the alkali metal elements with a valence of 1, an atomic number of about 23. Numerous sodium compounds are used as additives to drilling fluids.
(das) Natrium Chemical element. Chemical formula Na. From egypt. netjer = natron arab. natrun = (sodium bicarbonate or sodium hyrogen carbonate) NaHCO3. Find more information on sodium at Wikipedia.
a mineral that helps regulate blood pressure and the volume of blood, controls the amount of fluid around the bodys cells, and is essential for contraction of the heart and other muscles and for transmission of nerve impulses.
The most abundant mineral in the body. It is necessary for water balance in the body, as well as for nerve impulse transmission and muscle contraction because of its influence on potassium and calcium.
A mineral found in the body and in many foods.
in reference to diet and food, the salt content of food is usually given in terms of "sodium." For instance, the label of a can of soup may list "Sodium 400 mg" per cup. Excess sodium from high sodium foods like french fries is excreted in the urine. Having too much or too little sodium in a person's body can cause the body's cells to not work properly.
CAS Number: 7440-23-5. A silver-white, soft, waxy element of the alkali metal group that occurs abundantly in nature in combined form and is very active chemically. Chemical symbol = Na. Molecular weight = 22.98977 g/mol.
A soft, metallic element. Used by the body for many purposes, mainly as a regulator of water.
A metallic element that is one of the body electrolytes
Good to know: Sodium supplementation is rarely necessary, even under normal conditions of exercise and sweating. Recommendations: Adult minimum: 500 milligrams/day Benefits: Important for nerve transmission, muscle contraction, and balance of fluids in the body. Food sources: Table salt, soy sauce, processed foods. Day's supply in: The recommended minimum amount is satisfied in daily diet. Watch out: Too much sodium in the diet has been linked to hypertension in some people who have a genetic sensitivity. Most people get far too much sodium in their diets, due mainly to over-use of table salt. It is recommended that adults aim to keep their total sodium intake below 2400 milligrams per day, or about 1 teaspoon of salt.
One of the major chemicals of the body, found and taken into the body most commonly as table salt. When too much sodium cannot be excreted from the body by the kidneys, edema and hypertension may result. The intake of this element must be controlled by diet in patients with most types of renal failure.
Sodium is a soft, silvery coloured metal which, like other members of the alkali group of metals, is extremely reactive. more......
A chemical element with atomic number 11. Sodium has an unknown date of discovery. A sodium carbonate, called natron, dated back to early times in Egypt where it has been found in vases and tombs. In 1807 Humphry Davy first isolated sodium in 1807 in experiments on the electrolysis of soda. The name sodium is derived from the English word soda. Symbol: Na. Synonym: natrium. Related to alkali metals.
An alkali metal with a symbol Na, derived from the latin word Natrium. Found commonly as a compound, Sodium Chloride or table salt.
(pdf file) Sodium is an electrolyte present in all body fluids. It works to keep sufficient water in the body and also to control blood pressure. The blood test for sodium is used to detect the cause of dehydration, edema (swelling), or a variety of other conditions. The test also is used to help monitor treatments for these conditions.
a mineral that is found in table salt and prepared foods.
a silvery soft waxy metallic element of the alkali metal group; occurs abundantly in natural compounds (especially in salt water); burns with a yellow flame and reacts violently in water; occurs in sea water and in the mineral halite (rock salt)
an electrolyte that helps maintain water balance in the body
Sodium is a silver-white, soft, waxy ductile element of the alkali metal group.
A mineral found in table salt which helps regulate water balance in the body and plays a role in maintaining blood pressure.
A mineral that can contribute to high blood pressure in some people. It is found in baking soda, some antacids, the food preservative MSG (monosodium glutamate), among other items.
a mineral that helps control blood pressure, the amount of blood, and the amount of fluid around the body’s cells. Sodium is needed for the squeezing of the heart and other muscles and for delivery of nerve impulses.
Mineral in the body fluids regulated by the kidneys. Affects the level of water retained by the kidneys.
A soft silver-white reactive metallic element, occurring naturally in soda, salt, etc., that is important in industry and is an essential element in living organisms.
Mineral used by the body to regulate blood pressure. Sodium chloride (NaCl) is the chemical name of salt, which is 40% sodium by weight. Salt is the most common source of sodium in the diet. Diets high in sodium increase the risk of high blood pressure (hypertension) in some adults. High blood pressure increases the risk of death from heart attack or stroke.
A mineral that occurs naturally in most water.
A mineral found in salt and other foods. Too much can be bad for blood pressure.
A mineral found in salt and in many foods. Too much sodium can cause the body to retain fluid in people with heart failure and can aggravate high blood pressure.
a mineral that is important for muscle contractions and nerve messages
One of the body's salts (see Electrolytes)
A mineral that works with potassium and calcium to control normal heart rhythm and water balance. A high-sodium diet can increase blood pressure and lead to a worsening of heart failure symptoms.
A mineral needed by the body to maintain life, found mainly as a component of salt. Many individuals need to cut down the amount of sodium they eat, to help control high blood pressure.
Helps: regulate body's water balance; maintain normal heart rhythm; conduction of nerve impulses & contraction of muscles Red meat, poultry, liver, milk, cheese, butter, margarine, eggs, fish, wholegrain cereals & breads, green vegetables, root vegetables, pulses, nuts, fruit, table salt, processed foods
A mineral that occurs naturally in food. It is an essential component of body fluids and is one of the major electrolytes that help regulate fluids and mineral balance inside and outside of cells. It is naturally found in nearly all foods.
Sodium regulates water balance in the body and maintains blood pressure. Found in table salt, and processed foods.
Mineral in the body fluids regulated by the kidneys. Affects the level of water retained in the body tissues.
One of the main ingredients of table salt. Excessive salt or sodium in the diet can increase urinary calcium excretion and block the effects of some corrective medication.
Element found in the body that helps regulate the body’s fluid content.
An electrolyte that is the main salt in the blood; also one component of table salt.
An ion found in water that has little or no chemical effect on beer, although it can create unpleasant flavors.
Also known as Salt. Regulates body fluid volume, transports amino acids to cells and plays a role in muscle contraction and nerve transmission. Sodium is an important mineral found in our bones, in the fluids surrounding our cells and in the cardiovascular system. Sodium, with potassium, assists nerve stimulation and regulated water balance. It is also involved in carbohydrate absorption. The average person requires a minimum of one tenth of a teaspoon of salt a day. Any athlete who sweats needs more. A teaspoon a day of salt does not cause problems, nor does eating fresh foods high in natural salt such as fish, carrots, beets and poultry. Easting processed and junk foods, can lead to high, potentially dangerous levels of sodium intake.
Helps regulate blood pressure and water balance in the body.
An electrolyte whose main function is to control the water balance in the body's tissues.
Commonly referred to as salt, sodium is a naturally occurring mineral found in many different foods. Health experts recommend that Canadians limit the amount of sodium they eat in foods or add to foods. If you have been advised by a health care professional to reduce the sodium in your diet, be aware of the natural and added sodium content in the foods you eat. When you buy prepared and packaged foods, read the labels. Watch for the words "soda" (referring to sodium bicarbonate, or baking soda) and "sodium chloride" which is table salt It's a good idea to buy foods that are labeled "unsalted" (no salt used to process), "sodium-free" (less than 5 mg of sodium), or "low-sodium" (less than 35 mg of sodium) When a food is labeled "reduced sodium" it means the usual sodium level has been reduced by 75%.
In association with chloride, sodium occurs naturally as a very dilute salt in all water sources and is not removed during water treatment. The concentrations present in water do not present any risk to health. 150 mg/l
A mineral that, together with potassium and calcium, regulates the body's water balance, maintains normal heart rhythm, and is responsible for nerve impulse conduction and muscle contraction. Excessive intake of sodium from food contributes to high blood pressure in some people. In people who already have high blood pressure, too much sodium may increase the risk of stroke, heart disease and kidney damage.
An electrolyte mineral needed to control your blood pressure and the amount of water in your body.
An alkali metal. The chemical symbol Na is derived from the latin word Natrium. Sodium can be commonly found in compound form as Sodium Chloride or table salt.
The body needs a small amount of sodium in the diet to help maintain normal fluid balance and various other processes. Sodium is usually found in combination with chlorine as sodium chloride - what we refer to as 'salt'. There are 0.4 grams of sodium in 1 g of salt.
is a mineral that helps to control the water balance in the body.
a mineral that plays a role in the body's water balance, heart rhythm, nerve impulses, and muscle contraction; present in table salt (sodium chloride)
Sodium is a naturally occurring mineral which occurs in all drinking water in Tucson. While sodium is not regulated as a contaminant in drinking water, it may have an effect on the consumer's health. In general, the sodium contributed to an individual's diet from drinking water is a small part of overall dietary intake. The American Heart Association recommended standard for daily sodium intake is 3,000 milligrams. Persons on severely restricted sodium diets may want to consult their health professional regarding sodium levels in water.
(Na)- This mineral is used for cellular fluid balance, and muscle retractions.
A mineral needed by the body to keep body fluids in balance. Sodium is found in table salt and in many processed foods. Too much sodium can cause the body to retain water.
The major positive ion (cation) in fluid outside of cells. The chemical notation for sodium is Na+. When combined with chloride, the resulting substance is table salt. See the entire definition of Sodium
The mineral that is one of the two constituents of common salt.
A common ion found in most waters except purified. High intake has been associated in some persons with high blood pressure.
a soft metallic element; combines with chlorideto form salt; the major extracellular cation in the human body.
A mineral that is part of sodium chloride (table salt); some other items that contain sodium are baking soda, some antacids, MSG (monosodium glutamate) and many food preservatives (such as sodium benzoate), additives and flavorings; leads to water retention.
A chemical found in common salt. Salt is essential for animal heath and which can also boost yields of root crops.
a mineral essential to life found in nearly all plant and animal tissue. Table salt is nearly half sodium.
A mineral found in many foods. Together with chloride, it forms table salt (sodium chloride). It can lead to fluid retention and elevate blood pressure.
A component of table salt (sodium chloride); an electrolyte that is the main salt in blood.
An essential mineral that our bodies regulate and conserve. Excess sodium retention increases the fluid volume (edema) and low sodium leads to less fluid and relative dehydration. The adult body averages a total content of over 100 grams of sodium, of which a surprising one-third is in bone. A small amount of sodium does get into cell interiors, but this represents only about ten percent of the body content. The remaining 57 percent or so of the body sodium content is in the fluid immediately surrounding the cells, where it is the major cation (positive ion). The role of sodium in the extracellular fluid is maintaining osmotic equilibrium (the proper difference in ions dissolved in the fluids inside and outside the cell) and extracellular fluid volume. Sodium is also involved in nerve impulse transmission, muscle tone and nutrient transport. All of these functions are interrelated with potassium.
mineral that helps regulate the balance of water around cells in the body. Table salt is a form of sodium.
A mineral that works with potassium and calcium to control normal heart rhythm and water balance. A high-sodium diet can lead to high blood pressure in some people. In people who already have heart failure, too much sodium may make their condition worse.
(Na+) A metallic element found abundantly in compounds in nature, but never existing alone.
A common soft, waxy, light, extremely malleable silver-white unstable metallic element of the alkali group. It is always found as a compound with other elements in nature, such as common salt, albite, etc. Sodium burns with a yellow flame, and is so readily oxidized that it combines violently with water and to be preserved must be kept under petroleum or some similar liquid.
the major positive ion (cation) in fluid outside of cells. When combined with chloride, the resulting substance is table salt. Excess sodium is excreted in the urine. Too much or too little sodium can cause cells to malfunction.
A metallic element found abundantly in compounds in nature, but never existing alone. Sodium compounds are highly soluble and do not form curds when used with soaps or detergents. Many sodium compounds are used in the water treatment industry. Most notable is the use of sodium chloride as a regenerant in the cation exchange water softening process.
A chief electrolyte that regulates the amount of fluid inside and surrounding body cells. Measuring blood or urine levels of sodium will help to evaluate electrolyte and fluid balance disorders such as those that occur in edema, kidney, and liver or adrenal gland dysfunctions.
Chemical symbol Na. A mineral needed by the body to keep body fluids in balance. The chief source of sodium is table salt, often called common salt.
A mineral that is vital for a large number of functions within the body. When sodium is in solution in the body it forms ‘ions’ (Na+) and an average man has approximately 47 mmol Na+ per kg.