sodium count???
So what if my sodium count is over 2300? Is that still okay? I know you're supposed to try and aim for under 2000...I'm 15, 5'2", 108lbs in case you need to know.
actually try to aim for less than 2000 especially if you are on the smaller side. aim for between 1400-2000.
it's totally okay to ocassionally have your count above
but long term - sodium will start to accumulate in your blood if your kidney's can't eliminate it fast enough. since sodium attracts water - you start to retain water and in turn your blood volume increases - if your blood volume increases your heart has to work hard -i.e. increased pressure in your arteries = cirrhosis, kidney diseases, heart failure
i think if you are extremely active though the guidelines may be a bit different...since you obviously sweat out sodium.
Is my sodium intake too low?
You have nothing to worry about because sodium deficiency is extremely rare. In fact, there is not even an recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA... Read more

