Chloride

Written By Live Naturally
Dated: February 3, 2007

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Chloride works with sodium and potassium to regulate the fluid balance in the body and is important for the normal function of muscles and nerves. Chloride is one of the main components of salt, which is technically known as sodium chloride. This means it is found in all the same foods as those containing sodium. The RDA is 2.5 g a day for both men and women.


Table salt contains 60 per cent chloride so the majority of people get more than enough.


Chlorine is often added to water to purify it. If you think your water has a strong taste of chlorine, try boiling it. The chlorine will evaporate and the taste should therefore improve.