Sodium, potassium, magnesium, and calcium are the primary electrolytes
that regulate and preserve the health of body systems. Since those
electrolytes come from our food as nutrient minerals, diet is the key
mediator of electrolyte balance for the body.
In this important, well-researched book, W. Rex Hawkins, M.D., presents
persuasive evidence that the standard American diet does not provide an
appropriate balance of electrolytes. The consequences are serious health
problems such as hypertension, heart disease, osteoporosis, kidney
stones, Crohn's disease, and more.
With a clear, straightforward style Dr. Hawkins reviews the nutritional
research that documents the harmful effects of excessive sodium usage
and of potassium, magnesium, and calcium neglect. He castigates our
two-trillion-dollar food industry for the deliberate and
well-camouflaged addition of sodium to foods and for their neglect of
low-sodium alternatives.
Writing from the perspective of a chemical engineer and vitreal-retinal
ophthalmic specialist, Dr. Hawkins helps the reader sort out the
conflicting claims of fad diets such as that of Atkins and Suzanne
Somers vs. traditional food-pyramid recommendations. Full of essential
information not readily available elsewhere, "Eat Right--Electrolyte"
gives the consumer the knowledge to choose foods wisely and obtain
optimal health by focusing on electrolyte content.
