Helps your small intestine to absorb amino acids, glucose and water from foods you eat
A small amount of sodium is required to conduct nerve impulses. Is necessary for maintaining proper water and PH balance
Coupled with potassium it can power nerve functions and send out nerve impulses
It is also used to contract and relax the muscles
An excess causes reduced function of the kidneys therefore removing less water resulting in higher blood pressure
Additionally with decreased kidney function along with the inability to remove excess fluid, on emu experience and increase of the amount of fluid surrounding cells
An excess will also Increases blood pressure
Also an imbalance in sodium and potassium can lead to heart disease.
Excessive salt intake may cause a variety of alterations in the liver, including the malformation of cells, increased mortality rates, and inhibited cell growth, which can all culminate in liver fibrosis.
