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Although its almost impossible to eat too much salt it can have serious effects on your health such as: raise your blood pressure, which increases the risk of serious conditions such as stroke and Heart disease.
also your stomach can eat its self.
Sodium deficiency symptoms can range from headaches, confusion, muscle cramps, and fatigue to coma and sudden death. If you think you have a sodium deficiency, you should talk to your doctor immediately.
The body's physiology (e.g. how it functions) is complex and rather 'brilliant' in design. Just like a child's see-saw at a playground, the body has many built-in mechanisms to keep a homeostatic state--e.g. "normal". if you imagine a see-saw when one side goes "up" the other side goes "down". Many electrolytes, such as sodium and potassium, operate in a similar manner. The body's job is normally to keep those two electrolytes "in balance" (though the actual blood values of each are never "equal"). However, if outside forces change the normal "balance", the body has a lot of difficulty putting the body back to a state of homeostasis.
So, if you use a lot of table salt, especially when eating processed or canned foods that already contain high levels of salt, your blood sodium will rise. When sodium rises, your potassium blood level drops. The heart needs a more precise blood level of potassium just to maintain normal electrical heart functioning. When potassium drops the heart doesn't contract properly. In fact, ALL muscles in the body can have symptoms when potassium is too low or too high.
The body first tries to correct sodium-potassium imbalances by having the kidneys filter more sodium. But excreting sodium also relies on fluids. So, for example, a person who is dehydrated and consumes more salt (sodium) will have a harder time having the kidneys excrete enough sodium to bring potassium back into a relative balanced state. Persons who do not recognize thirst, a common symptom when consuming additional salt, may not drink or drink enough. In fact, most people are in slight dehydration because (a) people do not drink enough water, (b) people consume too much added salt and (c) people rely on soft drinks, but sugary drinks add glucose which can make the body's blood glucose too high; glucose also relies partly on fluid balance.
Although it is worse to have high potassium and low sodium, having low potassium and high sodium still causes problems. Muscles and even the brain don't work well (including muscle weakness), the heart won't beat properly, etc.
How to maintain better sodium-potassium balance:
- Always assume you are less hydrated than ideal.
- Drink at least 8 full glasses of water, to total about 64 oz a day.
- Use table salt sparingly especially on highly processed or canned foods.
- Ask for no-salt or lightly salted foods at restaurants and fast food places.
- If you drink soda ("pop"), coffee or tea with sugar, drink an equal amount of water.
- Know that alcoholic drinks lead to slight dehydration. So alcohol plus fast food french fries will increase your sodium levels. if drinking alcohol, make sure to drink water or electrolyte drinks the day after.
- Do NOT over use electrolyte drinks, such as Gatorade. Those CAN upset the body's normal balance.
- Dehydration causes constipation, so if constipated, assume you need to drink more water.
- Drink water during and after exercise.
- A banana a day helps replace potassium.
- Tell your doctor if you have muscle pain, weakness, brain "fuzziness", or notice an irregular heart beat.
If you eat too much sodium, you are likely to suffer from high blood pressure, especially in later life. As your kidneys start to release increased amounts of water, the volume of blood that is being pumped around your body also increases.
If you consume too much sodium, over time heart disease can become a serious problem.
A small amount of excess raises blood pressure and makes you thirsty. A large excess will kill you.
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What could happen if you consume too much sodium?
you could get fat
How much sodium should an adult consume daily and how much is too much?
An adult should consume no more than 2,300-2,400mg each day.
What percentage of Americans consume too much sodium?
On average, more than 85% of American men and women consume sodium in amounts that far exceed the maximum recommended level of intake.
Is sodium good for the health?
Sodium is an essential mineral that helps maintain fluid balance and nerve function in the body. However, consuming too much sodium can lead to high blood pressure and increase the risk of heart disease. It's important to consume sodium in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
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Is sodium safe?
Sodium is an essential nutrient that our bodies need to function properly. However, consuming too much sodium can lead to high blood pressure and an increased risk of heart disease. It is important to consume sodium in moderation and be mindful of the amount in processed and packaged foods.
I want to know the benefits of a low sodium diet and why sodium is so bad for you if you consume too much.?
A low sodium diet plan is beneficial in that it helps stave off heart problems. Sodium is one of the many factors that raise your cholesterol levels and can lead to heart attacks.
Do we need sodium?
Yes, sodium is an essential mineral that plays a key role in regulating blood pressure, fluid balance, and nerve function in the body. However, too much sodium can have negative health effects, so it's important to consume it in moderation.
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Will sodium kill you?
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