10: Water, Electrolytes, Acid-Base Balance — Read

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In this Chapter, we look at the nutrients important to fluid and electrolyte balance, including water, sodium, chloride, and potassium. We also look at sports drinks, caffeinated beverages, and alcohol.

10.1: Chapter Introduction
Water is essential for life. Here we introduce that idea.
10.2: Overview of Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
Water is a major component of all living things and is involved in many essential life processes.
10.3: Water’s Importance to Vitality
Water is categorized into four basic functions: transportation vehicle, medium for chemical reactions, lubricant/shock absorber, and temperature regulator.
10.4: Regulation of Water Balance
How is water regulated? This section will describe the pathways involved in keeping the right amount of water in our body. Too much or too little is not good for our health so the body has several checks and balances to maintain our body water in a safe range.
10.5: Electrolytes Important for Fluid Balance
The minerals sodium, chloride and potassium are important electrolytes for fluid balance.
10.6: Consequences of Deficiency or Excess
When our water intake reaches the extremes, too little or too much, life-threatening conditions can occur.
10.7: Water Concerns
This section discusses the sources of our water and the type of beverages people consume in the United States.
10.E: Water, Electrolytes, Acid-Base Balance (Exercises)

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