Hydration and Sodium
The article focuses on sodium concentration and water context rather than blanket sodium avoidance. Low water intake or increased sodium concentration can activate pathways that produce endogenous fructose. Internally produced fructose can…
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The article focuses on sodium concentration and water context rather than blanket sodium avoidance. Low water intake or increased sodium concentration can activate pathways that produce endogenous fructose. Internally produced fructose can raise uric acid and promote fat storage as part of a dehydration survival response. Pairing salt intake with water is presented as a way to reduce serum sodium concentration spikes.