Sodium is an element that’s needed for good health.  However, too much salt or too much water in your system will upset the balance.  This information sheet provides answers to the following questions regarding limiting sodium intake:

• What’s bad about sodium?
• How much sodium do I need?
• What are sources of sodium?
• What foods should I limit?

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