Effects of a Low-Salt Diet on Health

Sodium is important for keeping our body fluids balanced, helping our nerves and muscles work, and controlling blood pressure.

If someone eats very little salt for a long time, their body might not have enough sodium.

This can make their blood pressure too low and make their kidneys work harder to keep fluids balanced.

It can also stress some hormones that help keep sodium in the body.

So, while eating less salt can be good, eating too little for a long time might not be healthy.