43. Listener Q - What Do Sodium Lab Results Tell Me About My Diet?
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Question: “When I get my labs back the sodium is also within the “normal” range. Does this show that I am doing a good job limiting my salt intake?”
Answer: Tune in and find out:
What sodium lab tests show
What, outside of your kidneys, can make sodium levels too high or low
If lab results are a good indicator of your dietary intake
3 Things to always consider when looking at lab results
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