Sodium

Linda B. Bobroff, Samara Purvis, Linda B. Bobroff, andLaToya J. O'Neal

Sodium is a mineral the body needs in small amounts for several important functions. This mineral allows nerves and muscles to function properly and keeps fluids in the body in proper balance.

Ashley Hamm, Shari Bresin, D’Alicia Straughter, Karla P. Shelnutt, and Gail P. A. Kauwell

This publication provides facts about sodium and the importance of reducing sodium intake. It also provides easy tips to reduce your sodium intake. Written by Ashley Hamm, Shari Bresin, D’Alicia Straughter, Karla P. Shelnutt, and Gail P. A. Kauwell, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, revised November 2021.

Wendy Dahl and Lauren Foster

A UF/IFAS numbered Fact Sheet.

Aasma Fatani, Nancy J. Gal, andWendy Dahl

A UF/IFAS numbered peer reviewed Fact Sheet. in support of UF/IFAS Extension program: Nutrition and Food Systems