Food and drink - Nutrition basics - Sodium - Nutrition
What is sodium?
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Sodium is an essential mineral and electrolyte. Among other things, it plays an important role in fluid balance, the transmission of nerve impulses, and muscle function. A large share of dietary sodium comes from table salt, which consists of sodium and chloride. Persistently high sodium intake can raise blood pressure.
Sodium is a mineral and electrolyte that supports fluid balance, nerves, and muscles, among other functions.
