September 8, 2009
From Coaching Association of Canada
Hyponatremia is the technical term used to describe low sodium levels in the blood. Although rare, this condition can occur in healthy, active individuals. Left untreated hyponatremia can result in severe nausea, vomiting, disorientation, and possibly even death.
This month’s Sport Nutrition Tip of the Month “Hyponatremia” explains the cause of hyponatremia, its symptoms, the factors that increase one’s risk, and methods of prevention.
To read this article and access the CAC’s sport nutrition resource site for other nutrition tip sheets in the areas of vitamins and minerals, long distance travel, fluids, gaining weight, losing weight, and dietary supplements, please visit the CAC site at: http://www.coach.ca/eng/nutrition/index.cfm .