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Cholesterol And Sodium Diet
Sodium is an element that the body needs to function properly.
Alternative Names
Diet - sodium (salt)
Function
The body uses sodium to regulate
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Sodium in diet
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Diet - sodium (salt) Side Effects Too much sodium may lead to high blood pressure in those who are sensitive to sodium. If you have high... Read more »
Sodium in diet
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Diet - sodium (salt) Food Sources Sodium occurs naturally in most foods. The most common form of sodium is sodium chloride, which is... Read more »
Sodium in diet
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Diet - sodium (salt) Recommendations Dietary sodium is measured in milligrams (mg). Table salt is 40% sodium; 1 teaspoon of table salt... Read more »
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