BIOMOLECULES AND ENZYMES

BIOLOGY

VITAMINS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What mineral is lost during working out and needs to be replenished?
A
Sodium
B
Gold
C
Iron
D
Talc
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Electrolytes lost in high concentrations through sweat include sodium and chloride, while electrolytes lost in low concentrations include potassium, magnesium and calcium.

Detailed explanation-2: -Sodium ingestion during or following endurance exercise will help to stimulate thirst and drinking as well as stimulate fluid retention by the kidney. No athletes are immune to hypertension, so athletes should monitor their blood pressure as they do their general health.

Detailed explanation-3: -Sodium is one of the electrolytes that we’re quickest to lose through sweat. Luckily, ingesting salt is a quick and easy way to replace what we lose. Salt also contains the electrolytes magnesium, calcium and potassium; so it’s good for more than just sodium replenishment.

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