Dr. Laeticia Domagalski, B.Sc., ND

Sodium is essential for maintaining fluid balance, acid-base balance, nerve impulse transmission, and muscle contraction. However, the typical American diet often exceeds the recommended sodium intake, which can be detrimental for individuals with conditions like hypertension. Health Canada advises an upper limit of 2,300 mg of sodium per day (about one teaspoon of salt) for…