HUMAN NUTRITION

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FOOD SAFETY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
You want your Sodium to be high.
A
True
B
False
C
Either A or B
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Pseudohypernatremia is defined as spuriously increased plasma sodium (>145 mmol/L) due to decreased plasma protein concentration. Theoretically at least, decreased blood lipids would have the same effect but reduction in blood lipids of sufficient severity is extremely rare.

Detailed explanation-2: -Sodium blood test results that are higher than normal may be a sign of a condition, such as: Dehydration, which may be caused by not drinking enough, diarrhea, or certain medicines called diuretics (water pills) A disorder of the adrenal glands. A kidney disease.

Detailed explanation-3: -Salt intake of less than 5 grams per day for adults helps to reduce blood pressure and risk of cardiovascular disease, stroke and coronary heart attack. The principal benefit of lowering salt intake is a corresponding reduction in high blood pressure.

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