Orange, CT
A 37-year-old male asked:
I have been trying to cut sodium down. yesterday i had around 2500mg without realizing it. (rice a roni). does drinking a lot of water negate this?
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in
Dr. Hamsa Jayarajanswered
Internal Medicine 56 years experience
Reduce sodium: Ideal sodium intake in diet/day is 1500-2000 mg.
All processed food ,soup cans,boxed food & bread etc etc are loaded with sodium.Read all labels of food you buy in super market.
Water drinking will negate to some extent.
Change your diet to more vegetables & fruits.
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