What Constitutes a Low Sodium Diet?
You body needs sodium, an essential mineral, to maintain its electrolyte balance. The body also needs it to manufacture hydrochloric acid, which protects you from any possible infections from food. Sodium restriction is advised for people with hypertension, some renal diseases and some liver diseases. Since there are a few levels of low-sodium diets, the degree of restriction is generally determined by the physician based on a patient’s needs.
