It's an electrolyte which conducts energy at the cellular level. It is needed for every single function of the body. Too little causes weakness among other and too much fluid retention among other.
Electrolytes keep our hearts beating properly and our muscles strong and capable of contraction.
Entire volumes could be written about sodium and electrolytes.
Sodium is needed however don't go run and buy salt shakers right away as most people get plenty in the typical US/UK diet and need not add additional sodium.
An old saying of armies long ago to praise a solider 'that man is worth his salt'.
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It's an electrolyte which conducts energy at the cellular level. It is needed for every single function of the body. Too little causes weakness among other and too much fluid retention among other.
Electrolytes keep our hearts beating properly and our muscles strong and capable of contraction.
Entire volumes could be written about sodium and electrolytes.
Sodium is needed however don't go run and buy salt shakers right away as most people get plenty in the typical US/UK diet and need not add additional sodium.
An old saying of armies long ago to praise a solider 'that man is worth his salt'.
Electrolytes