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  Hyponatremia (Low Sodium)  
 
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Risk factors for Hyponatremia (Low Sodium):
 
 
Supplements and Medications  Diuretic use
 The side effects of hydrochlorothiazide include:
 
 

Recommendations for Hyponatremia (Low Sodium):
 
 
Diet  Reduced Water Consumption

Not recommended:
  Increased Water Consumption
 Mild chronic hyponatremia may not require treatment other than adjustments in diet, lifestyle, or medications. Make sure you are not drinking too much water. Hyponatremia may result from excess fluid in the body relative to a normal amount of sodium, but it could also be due to a loss of sodium and body fluid.
 
 


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GLOSSARY

Hypercalcemia:  Excess calcium in the blood.

Hypercholesterolemia:  Excess cholesterol in the blood.

Metabolism:  The chemical processes of living cells in which energy is produced in order to replace and repair tissues and maintain a healthy body. Responsible for the production of energy, biosynthesis of important substances, and degradation of various compounds.

Potassium:  A mineral that serves as an electrolyte and is involved in the balance of fluid within the body. Our bodies contain more than twice as much potassium as sodium (typically 9oz versus 4oz). About 98% of total body potassium is inside our cells. Potassium is the principal cation (positive ion) of the fluid within cells and is important in controlling the activity of the heart, muscles, nervous system and just about every cell in the body. Potassium regulates the water balance and acid-base balance in the blood and tissues. Evidence is showing that potassium is also involved in bone calcification. Potassium is a cofactor in many reactions, especially those involving energy production and muscle building.