When chlorine dissolves it becomes an ion called chloride. Chloride is an electrolyte, which balances fluids in the body and allows electrical signaling. It is a component of stomach acid (hydrochloric acid). It is found in salt.
Quick Facts
-An electrolyte, balances fluids in the body and allows electrical signaling
-A component of stomach acid (hydrochloric acid) [69]
RDI
Males 19 – 30 yrs: 2.3 g
Females 19 – 30 yrs: 2.3 g
[128]
Deficiency
-Related symptoms include fluid loss, dehydration, weakness or fatigue, difficulty breathing, diarrhea or vomiting caused by fluid loss
Toxicity
-It would take 35 – 70 g of salt to kill an average person of 154 lbs [189]
-Very rare, drinking enough water and avoiding excessive salt consumption prevents toxicity [190]
Sources
Table salt
