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Should the use of any anti-acid be restricted in people that have low sodium diets?
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∙ 9y ago
Yes. Some antacids contain sodium. Check the label carefully, and preferably speak to a doctor, nutritionist or pharmacist.
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Why is blood sodium level low in chf?
Sodium may lead to a serious build-up of fluid in people with congestive heart failure, cirrhosis, or kidney disease. Such people should be on a strict sodium-restricted diet, as prescribed by their doctor. Hence blood sodium level is low in CHF. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002415.htm
Is potassium chloride used in household salt to replace sodium chloride?
Yes, for people who have a sodium restricted diet due to high blood pressure, it is possible to substitute potassium chloride.
Why sodium bicarbonate is not a good antacid?
odium bicarbonate is frequently found in products like Alka-Seltzer®, baking soda, or as store brand sodium bicarbonate. It can work quickly to relieve heartburn symptoms. But it's also quickly eliminated from your stomach so relief may not last long. Because it reacts with stomach acid and can produce a significant amount of carbon dioxide gas, people often belch or get flatulence when using sodium bicarbonate. Sodium bicarbonate has high sodium content and is not appropriate for people who are on salt restricted diets or have congestive heart failure, high blood pressure, or kidney problems. Because it provides such a significant amount of sodium, even people who are not sodium restricted should take this into consideration. For pregnant women, antacids containing sodium bicarbonate are not considered to be safe for them to take.
What is the matter of sodium bicarbonate?
It contains sodium which is bad if you are on a salt-restricted diet. Otherwise it is a great antacid- cheap and effective,
Why is sodium not good?
Sodium is a necessary nutrient; several cellular processes rely on it. However, as with most things, too much of it is bad for you. Probably the biggest concern is that too much sodium promotes hypertension -- high blood pressure. People who are otherwise prone to high blood pressure are often put on sodium-restricted diets.
What types of food are high in potassium and sodium?
These foods would be beneficial to athletes or to others who incur heavy fluid loss. Patients on potassium-restricted diets should avoid them, or eat them sparingly, as advised by their nutritionist.
If you am 19 years of age should you go on a diet that is low in sodium?
A diet that is low in sodium is a good idea for most people regardless of age. The body requires very little sodium, and so it's something most people would benefit from reducing.
How much sodium should a child have a day?
Sodium is an electrolyte that is important in the body. Children should have anywhere from 1,000 to 1,500 milligrams of sodium per day.
How can Sodium harm people?
sodium can explode when in contact of water
Why sodium cholride injection have yellow particle?
You should not inject sodium chloride.
What is the sodium content in diet rite cola?
There should be no sodium in diet rite cola
Should you use pepper if you are on a sodium free diet?
Yes; pepper has no sodium content.
