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The experiment yielded critical insights into how the body processes sodium. For healthy individuals, the kidneys efficiently excrete excess sodium. Studies indicate that excessive salt intake is typically compensated for by increased urinary sodium excretion, making it less dangerous than previously thought.
Evidence suggests that too little salt may pose more significant health risks than too much. A comprehensive study revealed that those adhering to low-sodium diets had a higher risk of death from heart disease compared to those consuming more generous amounts of sodium. Interestingly, this maintains that the optimal sodium intake for minimizing health risks aligns closely with traditional consumption patterns observed in cultures such as South Korea.