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Sodium is a type of mineral called an electrolyte, which helps move electrical charges across membranes and maintain a normal acid-base balance in the body.
Sodium is found in every one of the body's cells, as well as the fluid surrounding all of the cells.
High Blood Pressure: Reducing sodium intake increasing potassium and calcium intakes lowers blood pressure and reduces the risk of developing high blood pressure.