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Suggest Ways To Increase Sodium Levels In The Body

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Posted on Wed, 21 Sep 2016
Question: My brother has low sodium due to. Congressive heart failure. His current level is 22. What can be done to help rise his sodium level at home?
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Answered by Dr. Benard Shehu (29 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Following advice

Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you for asking!
I read your query and understood your concerns.

The best way to raise the sodium levels with home remedies is to increase salt intake by:
- Eating salty food (especially diary products like cheese.)
- Drink sport drinks reach in sodium like gatorade
- Drink ayran (a Mediterranean drink based on yougurt, water and salt).
- Avoid consuming to much water

Hope this will be of help!
Wish you and your family health!
Dr. Shehu
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Suggest Ways To Increase Sodium Levels In The Body

Brief Answer: Following advice Detailed Answer: Hi and thank you for asking! I read your query and understood your concerns. The best way to raise the sodium levels with home remedies is to increase salt intake by: - Eating salty food (especially diary products like cheese.) - Drink sport drinks reach in sodium like gatorade - Drink ayran (a Mediterranean drink based on yougurt, water and salt). - Avoid consuming to much water Hope this will be of help! Wish you and your family health! Dr. Shehu