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2016-04-17 10:54 AM


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Subject: Sodium/electrolytes
Hi,

Bit of a newbie question, so apologies in advance!

I have high blood pressure which is well controlled by medication. I drink a lot of water every day, however, feel I may be "flushing" out too many electrolytes etc. I try to follow a low salt diet.

Any suggestions as to how to ensure I'm not losing too many electrolytes/minerals?

2016-04-17 2:14 PM
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Subject: RE: Sodium/electrolytes

Originally posted by Roscoemck Hi, Bit of a newbie question, so apologies in advance! I have high blood pressure which is well controlled by medication. I drink a lot of water every day, however, feel I may be "flushing" out too many electrolytes etc. I try to follow a low salt diet. Any suggestions as to how to ensure I'm not losing too many electrolytes/minerals?

I wouldn't worry about it too much.  If you are worried, eat foods like bananas, pineapple, or other plant foods that are chock full of important salts like magnesium and manganese

2016-04-18 2:46 AM
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Subject: RE: Sodium/electrolytes
Thanks for the reply.

No problem there then considering how much fruit and veg I eat.
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