What does sodium do to my body and should i take in less everyday?

Balance: Sodium in small quantities is an important electrolyte for our bodies. When you eat too much sodium it can cause your body to hold on to more fluid and you can get high blood pressure or swelling. Eating less processed foods and cutting down on tablet salt are good ways to decrease the sodium in your diet. Here's a link to more information: http://www.Mayoclinic.Com/health/sodium/nu00284.