Chloride
Topics covered:
- What is chloride?
- What does chloride do for us?
- What types of foods contain chloride?
- What is the Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA)?
- Are there health risks associated with chloride?
- References
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Chloride is an essential micronutrient (macro-mineral).
Chloride is an electrolyte that helps regulate body fluids in and around our cells. Further, chloride assists in promoting proper blood flow, helps balance our pH levels, and is used in the digestive process.
What types of foods contain chloride?
Chloride can naturally be found in salt, seaweed, and vegetables.
What is the minimum Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA)?
Ages 0-6 months: 180 mg
Ages 7-12 months: 570 mg
Ages 1-3 years: 1,500 mg
Ages 4-8 years: 1,900 mg
Ages 9-50 years*: 2,300 mg
Ages 51-70 years: 2,000 mg
Ages 70+ years: 1,800 mg
*If you are pregnant or breast feeding, consult with a dietitian for your RDA.
Are there health risks associated with calcium?
Chloride deficiency leads to Addison’s disease, heavy sweating, diarrhea, vomiting, and kidney disorders,
- Boyle, Marie A., and Sara Long. Personal Nutrition, Seventh Edition California, Wadsworth College Learning, 2010.
- “Minerals.” U.S. National Library of Medicine. March 9, 2009. Retrieved May 31, 2011 <http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus>
- Vorvick, Linda MD. “Chloride in diet.” U.S. National Library of Medicine. Retrieved May 31, 2011 <http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus>
- “Chloride.” Health Supplements Nutritional Guide. 2008. Retrieved April 15, 2011 <http://www.healthsupplementsnutritionalguide.com>
- Healthwise Staff. “Chloride (CI).” WebMD. Kathleen Romito, MD. May 04, 2010. Retrieved April 21, 2011 <http://www.WebMD.com>
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