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Low Sodium Information
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Low Sodium
Sodium, in its many forms and compounds, is an element that
reaches far into the universe, believed to be a component of
the stars, as well as serving as an essential nutrient for the
human body.
It was isolated in a pure form in 1807, by Sir Humphrey Davy,
it has been deliberately used in connection with human, and
animal health for centuries. In Europe, for example, during the
medieval era, sodium was used as part of a headache remedy.
With all the negative press concerning sodium intake we
witness today, it is easy to forget that sodium is indeed an
essential nutrient, necessary to the health and functioning of
the body. Much of the sodium or salt that we consume today
is deliberately added to enhance the flavor of our foods.
While sodium deficiency in the long-term sense is rare, there
are times in which deficiency can occur, particularly during
illnesses that include bouts of vomiting and diarrhea. In these
types of situations, the essential balance of all of the electrolytes
is threatened, and must be treated rapidly.
This is especially important in infants and children. Chronic
diarrhea
is well known as a particularly virulent killer of children and
the elderly
in the poverty areas of the developing nations.
The body is a delicately balanced system of complex chemical
reactions that depend heavily on the nutrients that are consumed
daily to function properly
Article By Jeannie Crabtree C.Ac. Learn what you can do to
increase your health and nutrition, while decreasing your stress
by visiting the Health
And Nutrition site.
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