Recommended Daily Value (RDV)

• 2300 mg

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Function

• Electrolyte balance helps form hydrochloric acid in the stomach

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Deficiency Symptoms

• Rare, no specific symptoms

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Top Foods (per 100g)

• Table salt (3960 mg),

• Seaweed (1200 mg),

• Rye flour (1040 mg),

• Potatoes (800 mg)

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Toxicity to Humans

• High levels can cause high blood pressure and fluid buildup

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Promoters

• Adequate fluid intake,

• Potassium

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Adversaries

• Excessive sodium intake,

• Diuretics,

• Kidney disease

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