How Do You Prevent Fluid Electrolyte Imbalance?
Electrolytes are minerals that give off a negative charge called anions or a positive charge called cations. Electrolytes are calcium, sodium, potassium, chloride, phosphate, and magnesium. An imbalance is created without electrolytes in the form of body fluids, acid-base balance, or and minerals; electrolytes protect the body from diseases by maintaining a balance in the body. There are two types of imbalance to guard against: hyponatremia, which is low blood sodium causing cramping especially in the hands, legs, and toes. Hypernatremia occurs when the sodium in the blood is abnormally elevated. Incorporate proper hydration. Drink 6 to 8 glasses of fluid daily. This includes water, coffee, juices and other liquids. Either too much or too little fluid can result in an electrolyte imbalance. Don’t drink so much liquid that you dilute the concentration of sodium in the blood or so little that the concentration is elevated. Don’t ignore the need to replace electrolytes after an illness. R
