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Sodium in biology

Sodium is a little thing that helps your body work properly. It’s like a tiny helper that’s always in your body to make sure everything is running smoothly.

Your body needs just the right amount of sodium to do things like balance the amount of water in your body, help your muscles and nerves work properly, and control your blood pressure. It’s like a super important ingredient in your body that helps you stay healthy.

But if you eat too much sodium, it can be bad for you. It’s like if you put too much salt on your food, it might not taste good and could even make you sick. That’s why it's important to eat a balanced diet that includes just the right amount of sodium.