Sodium deficiency is rare, but it can still occur at times. Sodium is essential for maintaining proper water balance and blood pH. Sodium is necessary for stomach, muscle and nerve function. A proper balance of potassium and sodium is necessary for good health.
Loss of sodium body due to:
- Use of diuretics
- Low sodium diets
Signs of deficiency:
- Abdominal cramps
- Anorexia
- Confusion
- Dehydration
- Depression
- Dizziness
- Fatigue
- Low blood pressure
- Flatulence
- Headache
- Heart palpitations
- Muscular weakness
Supplements:
Natural sea salt
Side effects and precautions:
Excessive sodium can result in edema, high blood pressure, potassium deficiency, liver and kidney disease
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