SodiumFunctions Sodium is needed to maintain proper muscle and heart function and helps control cellular absorbtion of nutrients, and the removal of waste from cells.Proper amounts of this mineral are needed for hydrochloric acid, a stomach digestive acid.
Sodium Deficiency Deficiency is most likely to occur during lactation, and in times of excessive heat or as a result of loss of salt through perspiration during times of strenuous acivity. are Typical symptoms of a sodium deficiency can include dizziness, fatigue, headache, nausea and cramps. Food Sources of Sodium Include: Virtually all foods contain some sodium, with salt being the highest. Good sources include dairy products, seafood, carrots, and celery.
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