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Chloride is an electrolyte mineral that dissolves in water and carries a negative electrical charge, which means it can move easily into and out of cell membranes.
Chloride works with potassium and sodium to control the levels of fluid in blood vessels and body tissues, as well as regulating the acidity (pH) levels in the body.
- Regulates fluids inside of and outside of the cells in the body
- Is a component of hydrocholoric acid in the stomach, which assists with digestion of food and absorption of the nutrients in the food
- Helps with assisting the transmission of nerve impulses
- Plays are part in the role of the neurotransmitter GABA
- Increases the blood's capacity of carrying carbon dioxide
- Chloride is a mineral which is important in fluid retention
Chloride is important because as it moves into a cell, it carries other nutrients in with it and as it moves out of a cell, it carries out waste products and excess water.
Last reviewed: 14 January 2007 || Last updated: 21 August 2007
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references
- Osiecki, Henry, The Nutrient Bible 2002, BioConcepts Publishing
- Osiecki, Henry. The Physician's Handbook of Clinical Nutrition. 6th edition, 2001, BioConcepts Publishing
- Rolfes SR, Pinna K, Whitney E. Understanding Normal and Clinical Nutrition. 7th Edition, 2005. Brooks Cole Publishing
To learn more, go to the following web sites:
- Food Standards Australia and New Zealand
- Dieticians Association of Australia
- Nutrient Reference Values (Australia)
NOTE: Mega doses of any type of vitamin, mineral, amino acid or herbal supplement cannot cure illnesses and in fact can be very dangerous and produce toxic side effects and interfere with medicine you are taking. Always ensure you consult your doctor before taking any type of complementary supplements.
Disclaimer: This guide is not intended to be used for diagnostic or prescriptive purposes. For any treatment or diagnosis of illness, please see your doctor.
