what is sodium in body

AOL: 4 Ways to Help Flush Out Excess Sodium from Your Body MSN: Salt Is Necessary for the Body, but Over-Consuming Sodium Is Now Linked to Obesity Salt Is Necessary for the Body, but Over-Consuming Sodium Is Now Linked to Obesity Most people have a love-hate relationship with salt—aka sodium. It tastes great, and sodium is necessary for our nerves to work efficiently and our muscles to properly contract and relax. It's also an ...

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Verywell Health on MSN: What happens to your body when you drink electrolytes Medically reviewed by Melissa Nieves, LND Key Takeaways Electrolytes are charged minerals essential for hydration, muscle function, nerve signaling, and pH balance.Key electrolytes include sodium, ... The Times of India on MSN: Hidden sodium in everyday foods: How excess salt raises blood pressure and simple ways to reduce intake High salt intake often goes unnoticed because it hides in everyday foods like snacks, sauces, and packaged meals. This excess sodium leads to water retention, increased blood volume, and eventually ...