All types of nutrients are required to keep the body healthy and fit. One of these is also salt. It meets the need for sodium in the body. Often you must have heard that salt should be eaten less. This causes the risk of high blood pressure. But the lack of this can also harm the body. Let us know how the body indicates when there is a lack of salt and which diseases are at risk.

Signs of salt shortage

• Headache: There may be a headache due to lack of salt in the body. Salt contains sodium. When the amount of sodium in the body starts decreasing, the body becomes dehydrated. In such a situation, there may be a headache.
• nausea and vomiting: The balance of fluid deteriorates due to unbalanced the amount of sodium in the body. This can cause head rotating, dizziness or nausea.
• Fatigue and weakness: Due to lack of sodium, muscles and nerve functions are not able to function properly. Such a body feels tired. There is also a lack of energy.
• Dizziness: Sodium deficiency also affects blood pressure. Complaints of weakness, fatigue as well as dizziness can be seen due to low blood pressure.
• Loss of appetite: According to health experts, due to lack of sodium, appetite starts decreasing. In such a situation, the body does not get enough nutrition, which causes other problems. Immunity also becomes weak.

How much salt is needed?

According to a report, salt intake in India is about 11 grams per day. This is more than 5 grams per day from the World Health Organization. According to the American Heart Association, no more than 2300 mg of sodium is required a day.

This may be a problem

• Insulin Resistance: According to experts, the problem of insulin resistance in the body can be seen in the body due to lack of sodium. Which can cause uncontrolled blood sugar and insulin levels. This increases the risk of type 2 diabetes and other serious diseases.
• Heart disease: Lack of sodium can also damage the heart in the body. The risk of heart attack may increase.
• Cholesterol: Some studies revealed that low sodium diets can increase both LDL (poor) cholesterol and triglyceride levels. This increases the risk of other diseases along with damage to the heart.
• Diabetes: Diabetes patients should take special care of the amount of sodium. Lack of sodium can prove dangerous for them.

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Disclaimer: Some information given in the news is based on media reports. Before implementing any suggestion, you must consult the concerned expert.

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