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40% of table salt is sodium.

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40% of table salt is sodium

• True Correct! Table salt is 40% sodium and 60% chloride.

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40% of table salt is sodium.

• False Incorrect. Table salt is 40% sodium and 60% chloride.

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This is NOT a function of sodium.

• Muscle contractions

• Blood pressure regulation

• Transmitting nerve impulses

• Aids in absorption of major nutrients

• Helps control weight

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This is NOT a function of sodium.• Muscle contractions Incorrect.

Sodium is needed for blood pressure regulations, transmitting nerve impulses, aiding absorption of major nutrients, as well as muscle contractions. Sodium does not help control weight.

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This is NOT a function of sodium. Blood pressure regulation Incorrect.

Sodium is needed for muscle contractions, transmitting nerve impulses, aiding absorption of major nutrients, as well as blood pressure regulation. Sodium does not help control weight.

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This is NOT a function of sodium. Transmitting nerve impulses

Incorrect. Sodium is needed for muscle contractions, blood pressure regulations, aiding absorption of major nutrients and transmitting nerve impulses. Sodium does not help control weight.

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This is NOT a function of sodium:• Aids in absorption of major nutrients

Incorrect. Sodium is needed for muscle contractions, blood pressure regulations, transmitting nerve impulses, and aids in the absorption of major nutrients. Sodium does not help control weight.

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This is NOT a function of sodium: Helps control weight Correct! Sodium

is needed for muscle contractions, blood pressure regulations, transmitting nerve impulses, and aiding absorption of major nutrients.

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How much sodium do most American’s typically consume daily?

• 1000-2000 mg

• 2000-4000 mg

• 4000-6000 mg

• 6000-8000 mg

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How much sodium do most American’s typically consume daily?

1000-2000 mg Incorrect. Most American’s consume 4000-6000 mg of sodium per day.

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How much sodium do most American’s typically consume daily?

• 2000-4000 mg Incorrect. Most American’s consume 4000-6000 mg of sodium per day.

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How much sodium do most American’s typically consume daily?

• 4000-6000 mg Correct!

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How much sodium do most American’s typically consume daily?

• 6000-8000 mg Incorrect. Most American’s consume 4000-6000 mg of sodium per day.

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This is the maximum daily recommendation for sodium.

• 1500 mg

• 2000 mg

• 2400 mg

• 3000 mg

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This is the maximum daily recommendation for sodium.

• 1500 mg Incorrect. The maximum daily recommendation for sodium is 2400 mg.

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This is the maximum daily recommendation for sodium.

• 2000 mg Incorrect. The maximum daily recommendation for sodium is 2400 mg.

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This is the maximum daily recommendation for sodium.

• 2400 mg Correct!

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This is the maximum daily recommendation for sodium.

• 3000 mg Incorrect. The maximum daily recommendation for sodium is 2400 mg.

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Which of these does NOT have a hidden source of sodium?

• Canned or frozen soups

• Luncheon meats

• Cheeses

• Condiments

• Fruits

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Which of these does NOT have a hidden source of sodium?

• Canned or frozen soups Incorrect. Fruits do not have a hidden source of sodium. Canned or frozen soups, luncheon meats, cheeses and condiments are foods that have hidden sources of sodium.

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Which of these does NOT have a hidden source of sodium?

• Luncheon meats Incorrect. Fruits do not have a hidden source of sodium. Canned or frozen soups, luncheon meats, cheeses and condiments are foods that have hidden sources of sodium.

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Which of these does NOT have a hidden source of sodium?

• Cheeses Incorrect. Fruits do not have a hidden source of sodium. Canned or frozen soups, luncheon meats, cheeses and condiments are foods that have hidden sources of sodium.

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Which of these does NOT have a hidden source of sodium?

• Condiments Incorrect. Fruits do not have a hidden source of sodium. Canned or frozen soups, luncheon meats, cheeses and condiments are foods that have hidden sources of sodium.

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Which of these does NOT have a hidden source of sodium?

• Fruits Correct! Fruits do not have a hidden source of sodium. Canned or frozen soups, luncheon meats, cheeses and condiments are foods that have hidden sources of sodium.

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Too much sodium can contribute to hypertension, high blood pressure, heart disease, fluid retention and kidney stones.

• True

• False

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Too much sodium can contribute to hypertension, high blood pressure, heart disease, fluid retention and kidney stones.

• True Correct!

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Too much sodium can contribute to hypertension, high blood pressure, heart disease, fluid retention and kidney stones.

• False Incorrect. The above statement is true.

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How much sodium is in one teaspoon of table salt?

• 1000 mg

• 1300 mg

• 2000 mg

• 2300 mg

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How much sodium is in one teaspoon of table salt?

• 1000 mg Incorrect. There are 2300 mg of sodium in one teaspoon of salt.

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How much sodium is in one teaspoon of salt?

• 1300 mg Incorrect. There are 2300 mg of sodium in one teaspoon of salt.

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How much sodium is in one teaspoon of salt?

• 2000 mg Incorrect. There are 2300 mg of sodium in one teaspoon of salt.

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How much sodium is in one teaspoon of salt?

• 2300 mg Correct!

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A product that is labeled “low sodium” must contain:

• Less than 5 mg of sodium per serving• 35 mg or less of sodium per serving • 140 mg or less of sodium per serving• At least 25% less sodium per serving th

an the original product

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A product that is labeled “low sodium” must contain:

• Less than 5 mg of sodium per serving Incorrect.

• 140 mg or less sodium per serving is “low sodium.”• Less than 5 mg of sodium per serving is “sodium free.”• 35 mg or less sodium per serving is “very low sodium.”• 25% or less sodium per serving than the original product

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A product that is labeled “low sodium” must contain:

• 35 mg or less of sodium per serving Incorrect.

• 140 mg or less sodium per serving is “low sodium.”• Less than 5 mg of sodium per serving is “sodium free.”• 35 mg or less sodium per serving is “very low sodium.”• 25% or less sodium per serving than the original

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A product that is labeled “low sodium” must contain:

• 140 mg or less of sodium per serving Correct!

• Less than 5 mg of sodium per serving is “sodium free.”• 35 mg or less sodium per serving is “very low sodium.”• 25% or less sodium per serving than the original product

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A product that is labeled “low sodium” must contain:

• At least 25% less sodium per serving than the original product Incorrect.

• 140 mg or less sodium per serving is “low sodium.”• Less than 5 mg of sodium per serving is “sodium

free.”• 35 mg or less sodium per serving is “very low

sodium.”• 25% or less sodium per serving than the original

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Which of the following options is highest in sodium per serving?

• 3 oz Corned Beef

• 3 oz French Fries

• 3 oz Roast Turkey

• 3 oz Roast Beef

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Which of the following options is highest in sodium per serving?

• 3 oz Corned Beef Correct! 3 oz of corned beef has 1800 mg of sodium, 3 oz French fries has 700 mg, 30 oz roast turkey has 404 mg, and 3 oz roast beef has 101 mg.

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Which of the following options is highest in sodium per serving?

• 3 oz French Fries Incorrect. 3 oz of corned beef has 1800 mg of sodium, 3 oz French fries has 700 mg, 30 oz roast turkey has 404 mg, and 3 oz roast beef has 101 mg.

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Which of the following options is highest in sodium per serving?

• 3 oz Roast Turkey Incorrect. 3 oz of corned beef has 1800 mg of sodium, 3 oz French fries has 700 mg, 30 oz roast turkey has 404 mg, and 3 oz roast beef has 101 mg.

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Which of the following options is highest in sodium per serving?

• 3 oz Roast Beef Incorrect. 3 oz of corned beef has 1800 mg of sodium, 3 oz French fries has 700 mg, 30 oz roast turkey has 404 mg, and 3 oz roast beef has 101 mg.

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Salad dressings are high in sodium.

• True

• False

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Salad dressings are high in sodium.

• True Correct! Two tablespoons of salad dressing can have up to 550 mg of sodium. Be sure to use salad dressing sparingly.

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Salad dressings are high in sodium.

• False Incorrect. Two tablespoons of salad dressing can have up to 550 mg of sodium. Be sure to use salad dressing sparingly.

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The best way to cut back on your sodium intake is to become aware of the sources of sodium in your diet and moderate your intake.

• True

• False

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The best way to cut back on your sodium intake is to become aware of the sources of sodium in your diet and moderate your intake.

• True Correct!

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The best way to cut back on your sodium intake is to become aware of the sources of sodium in your diet and moderate your intake.

• False Incorrect. This statement is true.

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If you use canned products that are high in sodium, you should put lemon juice on it after cooking as it will absorb some of the sodium.

• True• False

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If you use canned products that are high in sodium, you should put lemon juice on it after cooking as it will absorb some of the sodium.

• True Incorrect. Adding lemon juice will not decrease the sodium content. You should rinse the item in a colander under running water for 30 seconds to remove some sodium.

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If you use canned products that are high in sodium, you should put lemon juice on it after cooking as it will absorb some of the sodium.

• False Correct! Rinsing the item in a colander under running water for 30 seconds will remove some sodium.

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The condition of low blood sodium levels is known as hyponatremia.

• True

• False

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The condition of low blood sodium levels is known as hyponatremia.

• True Correct!

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The condition of low blood sodium levels is known as hyponatremia.

• False Incorrect! This statement is true.

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Symptoms of hyponatremia include all of the following except:

• Nausea

• Muscle Cramps

• Migrane Headaches

• Confusion

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Symptoms of hyponatremia include all of the following except:

• Nausea Incorrect. The symptoms of hyponatremia include nausea, muscle cramps, and confusion. Migraine headaches are not a symptom. Athletes have to be especially concerned if they drink too much water.

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Symptoms of hyponatremia include all of the following except:

• Muscle Cramps Incorrect. The symptoms of hyponatremia include nausea, muscle cramps, and confusion. Migraine headaches are not a symptom of hyponatremia. Athletes have to be especially concerned if they drink too much water.

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Symptoms of hyponatremia include all of the following except:

• Migraine Headaches Correct! Migraine headaches are not a symptom of hyponatremia, but nausea, muscle cramps and confusion are symptoms. Athletes have to be especially concerned if they drink too much water.

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Symptoms of hyponatremia include all of the following except:

• Confusion Incorrect. The symptoms of hyponatremia include nausea, muscle cramps, and confusion. Athletes have to be especially concerned if they drink too much water.

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If you think that you or a friend may be suffering from hyponatremia you should:

• Drink plenty of water

• Take a salt tablet or eat salty foods, such as pretzels or chips

• Seek medical attention

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If you think that you or a friend may be suffering from hyponatremia you should:

• Drink plenty of water Incorrect. You should seek immediate medical attention, as hyponatremia could be fatal in some cases.

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If you think that you or a friend may be suffering from hyponatremia you should:

• Take a salt tablet or eat salty foods, such as pretzels or chips Incorrect. You should seek immediate medical attention, as hyponatremia could be fatal in some cases.

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If you think that you or a friend may be suffering from hyponatremia you should:

• Seek immediate medical attention Correct! Hyponatremia could be fatal in some cases.

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UMass athletes can meet with the sports dietitian if concerned about hyponatremia.

• True

• False

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UMass athletes can meet with the sports dietitian if concerned about hyponatremia.

• True Correct! Call 413.577.0318 or go to 254 Boyden to sign up for an appointment with the Sports Dietitian.

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UMass athletes can meet with the sports dietitian if concerned about hyponatremia.

• False Incorrect. Call 413.577.0318 or go to 254 Boyden to sign up for an appointment with the Sports Dietitian.

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