HOW MUCH
SODIUM
SHOULD YOU HAVE A DAY?
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WHAT IS A HEALTHY AMOUNT OF SODIUM PER DAY?
It might be more than you think. Sodium plays a crucial role in our health, and not getting enough can be just as harmful as getting too much.
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HOW DOES SALT HELP THE BODY?
- Reduces sugar cravings
- Carries nutrients into cells
- Regulates blood pressure
- Promotes healthy digestive function
- Supports the nervous system
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Excessive thirst, cold hands and feet, salt cravings, dark urine, and dry armpits and mouth, can all be signs that your body needs more salt.
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Experts like Dr. James DiNicolantonio suggest that most healthy men and women need 3,000-5,000 mg on rest days and 5,000-7,000 mg on workout days for optimal health, with certain exceptions like people who have health conditions that make them more sensitive to salt (always consult with a trusted healthcare provider).
HOW MUCH SALT SHOULD YOU HAVE
PER DAY?
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NOT ALL SALT IS CREATED EQUAL!
Avoid highly refined table salts. Natural, unrefined salts like Redmond Real Salt are the healthier choice because they are free of pollutants and full of trace minerals.
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