SODIUM WHAT IS IT FOR?
![](https://feedmefood.dshatalov.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Sodium.png)
Utilization
![Digestive System](https://feedmefood.dshatalov.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Digeswtive-System-e1678458043458-150x150-1.png)
Digestive System
Helps your small intestine to absorb amino acids, glucose and water from foods you eat
![Water](https://feedmefood.dshatalov.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Water-Balance-e1679958513854-150x150-1.png)
Water
A small amount of sodium is required to conduct nerve impulses. Is necessary for maintaining proper water and PH balance
![Nervous System](https://feedmefood.dshatalov.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Nerve-Function-e1679180812197-150x150-1.png)
Nervous System
Coupled with potassium it can power nerve functions and send out nerve impulses
![Muscular System](https://feedmefood.dshatalov.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Muscle-Function-e1679779935487-150x150-1.png)
Muscular System
It is also used to contract and relax the muscles
WHEN YOU HAVE AN EXCESS
![Kidney Disease](https://feedmefood.dshatalov.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Kidney-Disease-e1679876293222-150x150-1.png)
Kidney Disease
An excess causes reduced function of the kidneys therefore removing less water resulting in higher blood pressure
![Swelling](https://feedmefood.dshatalov.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Edema-e1678458557418-150x150-1.png)
Swelling
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
![Blood Pressure](https://feedmefood.dshatalov.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Increased-Blood-Pressure-e1679859663680-150x150-1.png)
Blood Pressure
An excess will also Increases blood pressure
![Heart Disease](https://feedmefood.dshatalov.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Heart-Disease-e1679781802533-150x150-1.png)
Heart Disease
Also an imbalance in sodium and potassium can lead to heart disease.
![Liver Damage](https://feedmefood.dshatalov.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Liver-Disease-e1679762109294-150x150-1.png)
Liver Damage
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.